1977 Honda Accord vs. 1956 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1977 Honda Accord is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 605 kg more than 1977 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, 1956 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1956 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 1956 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Accord | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2860 mm |
