1984 Honda Jazz vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 24 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 580 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, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Jazz | 2008 Honda Element | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Jazz | Element |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1231 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2580 mm |