1977 Honda Accord vs. 1965 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 1977 Honda Accord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jensen CV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jensen CV-8 would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Jensen CV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jensen CV-8 (330 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 704 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.
Because 1965 Jensen CV-8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1965 Jensen CV-8 (576 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 1965 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Accord | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
