1965 Jensen CV-8 vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1980 Toyota Corona is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jensen CV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jensen CV-8 would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Jensen CV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jensen CV-8 (330 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 538 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Jensen CV-8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 will offer significantly more control. 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 Jensen CV-8 (576 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jensen CV-8 | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | CV-8 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
