1984 Honda Jazz vs. 1996 Saturn SL
To start off, 1996 Saturn SL 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Saturn SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Saturn SL (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Saturn SL should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Saturn SL weights approximately 336 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 Saturn SL (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Saturn SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Jazz | 1996 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Jazz | SL |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
