1997 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2004 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1997 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Accord weights approximately 65 kg more than 2004 Jensen SV-8.
Because 2004 Jensen SV-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 2004 Jensen SV-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2004 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Accord | 2004 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Accord | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
