2004 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1981 Buick Century
To start off, 2004 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Century 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 217 more horse power than 1981 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Century weights approximately 130 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jensen SV-8 | 1981 Buick Century | |
| Make | Jensen | Buick |
| Model | SV-8 | Century |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
