1984 Honda Jazz vs. 1982 Volvo 260
To start off, 1984 Honda Jazz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volvo 260 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volvo 260 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1984 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Volvo 260 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Volvo 260. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Volvo 260 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Jazz | 1982 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Jazz | 260 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2660 mm |
