1984 Honda Jazz vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 27 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1919 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 2011 Cadillac Escalade 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 2011 Cadillac Escalade. 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Jazz | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Honda | Cadillac |
| Model | Jazz | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1857 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3302 mm |
