1984 Honda Jazz vs. 1998 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1998 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 14 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 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 1060 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 1998 Infiniti Q45 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 1998 Infiniti Q45. 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, 1998 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Jazz | 1998 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Jazz | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 4130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2840 mm |
