1981 Honda Accord vs. 1992 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1992 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 790 kg more than 1981 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, 1992 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Accord | 1992 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | Honda | Jensen |
Model | Accord | Interceptor |
Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 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 | 127 Nm | 418 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1720 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 |