1981 Ford Capri vs. 2003 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2003 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri. 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, 2003 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Capri | 2003 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | Ford | Jensen |
Model | Capri | SV-8 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |