1998 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 1998 Jensen SV-8 and 1998 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 248 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (73 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Jensen SV-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Jensen SV-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jensen SV-8 | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Jensen | Volkswagen |
Model | SV-8 | Golf |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |