1998 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1998 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 138 kg more than 1998 Jensen SV-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, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jensen SV-8. (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jensen SV-8. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1998 Jensen SV-8 has manual transmission. 1998 Jensen SV-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jensen SV-8 | 1984 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Jensen | Chevrolet |
| Model | SV-8 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
