2002 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1992 Volvo 850
To start off, 2002 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 850 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 151 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 850. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 850 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2002 Jensen SV-8.
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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 850. (221 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jensen SV-8 | 1992 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Jensen | Volvo |
| Model | SV-8 | 850 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
