2006 Honda Accord vs. 1976 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 30 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 113 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 238 kg more than 1976 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1976 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Accord | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
