1996 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2004 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Ram would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 214 kg more than 1996 Dodge Ram.
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, 1996 Dodge Ram (447 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jensen SV-8. (439 Nm). This means 1996 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jensen SV-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Ram | 2004 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Jensen |
| Model | Ram | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 321 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2410 mm |
