1984 Honda Jazz vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Kangoo (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 675 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 2008 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Kangoo will offer significantly more control. 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 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Jazz | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Jazz | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2630 mm |
