1998 Jensen CV-8 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jensen CV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jensen CV-8 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 140 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 11 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Jensen CV-8 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
Make Jensen Chevrolet
Model CV-8 Colorado
Year Released 1998 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4601 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 325 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.9:1 9.1:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 1261 kg
Vehicle Length 4170 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 72 L


 

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