1984 Honda Jazz vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 2,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1370 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Jazz | 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jazz | Viano |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 2147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3210 mm |
