1977 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Carina (86 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (77 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 83 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Because 1977 Toyota Carina 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 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1977 Toyota Carina (145 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 1977 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Carina | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Carina | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 77 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
