1980 Ford Cortina vs. 2004 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2004 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1980 Ford Cortina. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 298 kg more than 1980 Ford Cortina. 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, 2004 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Cortina | 2004 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | Ford | Jensen |
Model | Cortina | SV-8 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |