1965 Jensen CV-8 vs. 1997 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1997 Opel Frontera is newer by 32 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 196 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 45 kg more than 1965 Jensen CV-8.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera. 1965 Jensen CV-8 has automatic transmission and 1997 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 1997 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Jensen CV-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jensen CV-8 | 1997 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Jensen | Opel |
| Model | CV-8 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
