1984 Honda Jazz vs. 1991 Porsche 928
To start off, 1991 Porsche 928 is newer by 7 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 5,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 928 (345 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 928 weights approximately 880 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 1991 Porsche 928 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 1991 Porsche 928. 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, 1991 Porsche 928 (500 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Jazz | 1991 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Jazz | 928 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1231 cc | 5397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |