1983 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Jazz (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Escort weights approximately 3 kg more than 2010 Honda Jazz.
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, 2010 Honda Jazz (114 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Escort. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Escort | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Jazz |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1047 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2500 mm |