1984 Honda Jazz vs. 2004 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Forenza 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Forenza (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Forenza weights approximately 525 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, 2004 Suzuki Forenza (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Forenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Jazz | 2004 Suzuki Forenza | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Jazz | Forenza |
Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 178 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 | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2610 mm |