1998 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1984 Toyota Model F
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 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Model F 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 245 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Model F.
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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jensen SV-8 | 1984 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | SV-8 | Model F |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2240 mm |
