1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 1998 Jensen CV-8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jensen CV-8 (325 HP) has 124 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 207 kg more than 1998 Jensen CV-8.
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 CV-8 (407 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (386 Nm). This means 1998 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Corvette | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 325 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
