1980 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 226 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort. 2009 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 1980 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1980 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 2009 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Jazz |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 53.3 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 144 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 903 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |