1984 Honda Jazz vs. 1990 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 6 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 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Jazz (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Jetta. (54 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 155 kg more than 1984 Honda Jazz.
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, 1990 Volkswagen Jetta (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Jazz | 1990 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Jazz | Jetta |
Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2480 mm |