1984 Honda Jazz vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1984 Honda Jazz is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,231 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 44 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Skoda L weights approximately 125 kg more than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Honda Jazz (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Jazz | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Jazz | L |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
