1968 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2013 Honda Accord. (182 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 268 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen Interceptor | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Jensen | Honda |
| Model | Interceptor | Accord |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6275 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2725 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
