2000 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1973 Mazda 929
To start off, 2000 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1973 Mazda 929. 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, 2000 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jensen SV-8 | 1973 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Jensen | Mazda |
| Model | SV-8 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
