1984 Honda Jazz vs. 2008 Renault Logan
To start off, 2008 Renault Logan 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Logan (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Logan should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Logan weights approximately 335 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 Renault Logan (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Logan 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 Logan | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Jazz | Logan |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2640 mm |
