1978 Honda Accord vs. 1968 Jensen FF
To start off, 1978 Honda Accord is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1978 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 FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 1968 Jensen FF | |
Make | Honda | Jensen |
Model | Accord | FF |
Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1601 cc | 6276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 587 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |