1981 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Accord (79 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Honda Jazz. (77 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Jazz weights approximately 88 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Honda Accord (127 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 1981 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Accord | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Jazz |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 77 HP |
Torque | 127 Nm | 110 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |