1984 Honda Jazz vs. 2003 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2003 Proton Saloon is newer by 19 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), 2003 Proton Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Proton Saloon (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Proton Saloon weights approximately 220 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, 2003 Proton Saloon (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Proton Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Jazz | 2003 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Jazz | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| 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 | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 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 | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2390 mm |
