1984 Honda Jazz vs. 1994 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1994 Nissan Maxima is newer by 10 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Maxima (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 620 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, 1994 Nissan Maxima (253 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Jazz | 1994 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Jazz | Maxima |
Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1231 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 253 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 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 | 700 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2660 mm |