1977 Honda Accord vs. 1957 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1977 Honda Accord is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jensen Interceptor (129 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 565 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, 1957 Jensen Interceptor (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1957 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 | 1957 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | Honda | Jensen |
Model | Accord | Interceptor |
Year Released | 1977 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 111.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |