1980 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2000 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1980 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1980 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Jensen SV-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Honda Civic, 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, 2000 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Civic | 2000 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Civic | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2410 mm |
