1985 Audi 100 vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (75 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Jazz weights approximately 963 kg more than 1985 Audi 100. 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, 1985 Audi 100 (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |
