2000 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2000 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Alpine 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 139 more horse power than 1990 Renault Alpine. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1990 Renault Alpine. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Alpine. (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Jensen SV-8 | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
Make | Jensen | Renault |
Model | SV-8 | Alpine |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |