1984 Honda Jazz vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman 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 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 810 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 Porsche Cayman 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 Porsche Cayman. 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 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Jazz | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Jazz | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 3385 cc |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2420 mm |
