1998 Jensen CV-8 vs. 1970 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1998 Jensen CV-8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Publica 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 287 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1970 Toyota Publica. 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, 1998 Jensen CV-8 (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jensen CV-8 | 1970 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | CV-8 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2170 mm |
