1990 Ford Falcon vs. 2003 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2003 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Falcon 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 201 more horse power than 1990 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Falcon weights approximately 120 kg more than 2003 Jensen SV-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, 2003 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Falcon. (235 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Falcon | 2003 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | Ford | Jensen |
Model | Falcon | SV-8 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3157 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |