1984 Honda Jazz vs. 2004 Lexus GS
To start off, 2004 Lexus GS is newer by 20 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus GS (220 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus GS weights approximately 940 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 2004 Lexus GS 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 2004 Lexus GS. 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, 2004 Lexus GS (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Jazz | 2004 Lexus GS | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | Jazz | GS |
Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1231 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 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 | 720 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2680 mm |