1976 Datsun Violet vs. 1998 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 1998 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Datsun Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Datsun Violet would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1976 Datsun Violet. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Datsun Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1976 Datsun Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Datsun Violet. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Datsun Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Datsun Violet | 1998 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Datsun | Jensen |
| Model | Violet | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
