1984 Toyota Soarer vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Soarer (115 HP) has 38 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (77 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 132 kg more than 2010 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Toyota Soarer 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 1984 Toyota Soarer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1984 Toyota Soarer (172 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 1984 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Soarer | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Soarer | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 77 HP |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 42 L |
