1984 Honda Jazz vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, 2004 Volvo V70 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V70 (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V70 weights approximately 882 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 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Jazz | 2004 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Jazz | V70 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2770 mm |
