1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1986 Honda Jazz
To start off, 1986 Honda Jazz is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Taunus (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1986 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 415 kg more than 1986 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Taunus 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 Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1976 Ford Taunus (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Taunus | 1986 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Taunus | Jazz |
Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2230 mm |