1997 Honda Today vs. 1998 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 1998 Jensen CV-8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Today would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jensen CV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jensen CV-8 (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Jensen CV-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today 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, 1998 Jensen CV-8 (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Today | 1998 Jensen CV-8 | |
Make | Honda | Jensen |
Model | Today | CV-8 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |