1977 Ford Escort vs. 1984 Honda Jazz
To start off, 1984 Honda Jazz is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,231 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Jazz (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Escort weights approximately 192 kg more than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Because 1977 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 1977 Ford Escort. 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, 1984 Honda Jazz (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Escort | 1984 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Jazz |
Year Released | 1977 | 1984 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |