1984 Honda Jazz vs. 1985 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1985 Jaguar XJS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 910 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 1985 Jaguar XJS 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 1985 Jaguar XJS. 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, 1985 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Jazz | 1985 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | Jazz | XJS |
Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1231 cc | 3590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2600 mm |