2001 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2001 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corsa would be higher. 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 253 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1982 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jensen SV-8 | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | SV-8 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
