1985 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Mustang (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Mustang weights approximately 132 kg more than 2006 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Ford Mustang 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 1985 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1985 Ford Mustang (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Mustang | 2006 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Jazz |
Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |