1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2000 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2000 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Prelude 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 163 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 Jensen SV-8.
Because 2000 Jensen SV-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Jensen SV-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Prelude | 2000 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | Honda | Jensen |
Model | Prelude | SV-8 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2257 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |