1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1984 Honda Jazz
To start off, 1984 Honda Jazz is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Vega (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 305 kg more than 1984 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Chevrolet Vega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Chevrolet Vega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Chevrolet Vega (164 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Vega | 1984 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Vega | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2230 mm |
