1978 Ford Capri vs. 2006 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 876 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri.
Because 1978 Ford Capri 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 1978 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1978 Ford Capri (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2006 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Capri | Jazz |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1992 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 42 L |