1984 Ford Laser vs. 2006 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Laser (85 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (77 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 281 kg more than 1984 Ford Laser.
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, 1984 Ford Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Laser | 2006 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Laser | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 77 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1071 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
