2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1965 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jensen CV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jensen CV-8 would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Jensen CV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jensen CV-8 (330 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 704 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1965 Jensen CV-8 (576 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. 1965 Jensen CV-8 has automatic transmission and 2003 Daihatsu YRV has manual transmission. 2003 Daihatsu YRV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Jensen CV-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 1965 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jensen |
| Model | YRV | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 72 L |
