2001 Acura Integra vs. 2001 Jensen SV-8
To start off, both 2001 Acura Integra and 2001 Jensen SV-8 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2001 Acura Integra. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura Integra weights approximately 275 kg more than 2001 Jensen SV-8.
Because 2001 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 2001 Jensen SV-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura Integra, 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, 2001 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura Integra. (176 Nm). This means 2001 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura Integra | 2001 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | Acura | Jensen |
Model | Integra | SV-8 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 439 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |