2008 Honda Accord vs. 1955 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1955 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 141 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1955 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1955 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Accord | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
