2007 Honda Accord vs. 1965 TVR Trident
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 TVR Trident. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 TVR Trident would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 TVR Trident is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 TVR Trident (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 TVR Trident should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 248 kg more than 1965 TVR Trident.
Because 1965 TVR Trident 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 1965 TVR Trident. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1965 TVR Trident (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 TVR Trident will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1965 TVR Trident | |
Make | Honda | TVR |
Model | Accord | Trident |
Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4727 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 72.9 mm |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |