2009 Honda Accord vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 740 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Accord (192 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Honda | TVR |
| Model | Accord | Vixen |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
