1984 Honda Jazz vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 750 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 Skoda Octavia 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 Skoda Octavia 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 Skoda Octavia (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Jazz | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Jazz | Octavia |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2580 mm |