2002 Honda Accord vs. 1967 TVR Vixen
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1967 TVR Vixen. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1967 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 592 kg more than 1967 TVR Vixen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 TVR Vixen 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 1967 TVR Vixen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Honda Accord (219 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1967 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Honda | TVR |
| Model | Accord | Vixen |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
