1984 Honda Jazz vs. 1998 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1998 Mazda MPV 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda MPV (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda MPV weights approximately 1020 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 Mazda MPV 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 Mazda MPV. 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 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Jazz | 1998 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Jazz | MPV |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2850 mm |
