1998 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1961 Volvo 120
To start off, 1998 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP) has 262 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 120. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1961 Volvo 120. 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 SV-8 (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jensen SV-8 | 1961 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Jensen | Volvo |
| Model | SV-8 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
