1984 Ford Orion vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Jazz (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (54 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion.
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, 2012 Honda Jazz (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Orion | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Orion | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
