1984 Honda Jazz vs. 1983 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1984 Honda Jazz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,578 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 305 (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 270 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.
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, 1983 Peugeot 305 (131 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Jazz | 1983 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Jazz | 305 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1578 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2630 mm |
