2008 Honda Accord vs. 1987 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 366 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 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 | 1987 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Accord | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 5896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
