1984 Honda Jazz vs. 2009 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2009 Kia Magentis is newer by 25 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Magentis (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Magentis weights approximately 768 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, 2009 Kia Magentis (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Jazz | 2009 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Jazz | Magentis |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 189 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 | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2730 mm |
