1971 Jensen SP vs. 1981 Volvo 343
To start off, 1981 Volvo 343 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen SP would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen SP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen SP (385 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 343. (117 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 343.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1971 Jensen SP (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 343. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen SP | 1981 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Jensen | Volvo |
| Model | SP | 343 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
