1978 Ford Taunus vs. 2008 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,338 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1978 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Taunus weights approximately 7 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Because 1978 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 1978 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Taunus | 2008 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Taunus | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1338 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 42 L |
