2008 Honda Accord vs. 1972 Jensen Healey
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jensen Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jensen Healey would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Healey. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 428 kg more than 1972 Jensen Healey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Jensen Healey 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 1972 Jensen Healey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Accord (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1972 Jensen Healey | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Accord | Healey |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
