1998 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 1998 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 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 242 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1979 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jensen SV-8 | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Jensen | Mazda |
| Model | SV-8 | 616 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
