1998 Jensen CV-8 vs. 1989 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1998 Jensen CV-8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda RX-7 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 125 more horse power than 1989 Mazda RX-7. (200 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1998 Jensen CV-8.
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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda RX-7. (264 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jensen CV-8 | 1989 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Jensen | Mazda |
| Model | CV-8 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
