1998 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1972 Volvo 145
To start off, 1998 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 145 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1972 Volvo 145. 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 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jensen SV-8 | 1972 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Jensen | Volvo |
| Model | SV-8 | 145 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
