1979 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1993 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 832 kg more than 1979 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, 1993 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 1993 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | Honda | Jensen |
Model | Accord | Interceptor |
Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 418 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2680 mm |