2004 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2004 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 616 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jensen SV-8 | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Jensen | Nissan |
| Model | SV-8 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
