1979 Honda Prelude vs. 1998 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 1998 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude 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 231 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1979 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Jensen SV-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Jensen SV-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Prelude | 1998 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Prelude | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
