1990 Audi Coupe vs. 2000 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2000 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi Coupe 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 104 more horse power than 1990 Audi Coupe. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi Coupe weights approximately 120 kg more than 2000 Jensen SV-8.
Because 1990 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Jensen SV-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe will offer significantly more control. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi Coupe. (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2000 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi Coupe | 2000 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Audi | Jensen |
| Model | Coupe | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
