1982 Honda Accord vs. 1976 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1982 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1982 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 792 kg more than 1982 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, 1976 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Accord | 1976 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Accord | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
