1983 Audi 80 vs. 1985 Honda Jazz
To start off, 1985 Honda Jazz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Audi 80 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1985 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Audi 80 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1985 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Audi 80 (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 1985 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 80 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2230 mm |
