1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2004 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Jensen SV-8. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Jensen SV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 214 kg more than 2004 Jensen SV-8. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jensen SV-8. (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jensen SV-8.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
Model | Corvette | SV-8 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |