1984 Honda Jazz vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 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 1,299 cc, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (229 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 725 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 2009 Mazda RX-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda RX-8 (159 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Jazz | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Jazz | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |