1997 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1965 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 1997 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jensen CV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jensen CV-8 would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Jensen CV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jensen CV-8 (330 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 144 kg more than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1965 Jensen CV-8 (576 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. (186 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Step Wagon | 1965 Jensen CV-8 | |
Make | Honda | Jensen |
Model | Step Wagon | CV-8 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 6286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.9 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |