1976 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Jazz weights approximately 1167 kg more than 1976 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Escort 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 1976 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Escort | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Jazz |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |