1981 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 1998 Jensen CV-8 is newer by 17 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jensen CV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jensen CV-8 (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 290 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.
Because 1998 Jensen CV-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Jensen CV-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Jensen CV-8 (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Accord | 1998 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Accord | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
