1984 Honda Jazz vs. 1996 Proton 300
To start off, 1996 Proton 300 is newer by 12 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Proton 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton 300 (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton 300 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Proton 300 weights approximately 335 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, 1996 Proton 300 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Proton 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Jazz | 1996 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Jazz | 300 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2450 mm |
