2002 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1978 Subaru Rex
To start off, 2002 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1978 Subaru Rex. 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, 2002 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jensen SV-8 | 1978 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Jensen | Subaru |
| Model | SV-8 | Rex |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1930 mm |
