1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 1984 Honda Jazz
To start off, 1984 Honda Jazz is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Fairlane (212 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 915 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 1973 Ford Fairlane 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 1973 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1973 Ford Fairlane (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Fairlane | 1984 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fairlane | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2230 mm |
