1985 Honda Jazz vs. 1967 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1985 Honda Jazz is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Volvo P 1800 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1985 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1985 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Volvo P 1800 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 1967 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1967 Volvo P 1800 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Jazz | 1967 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Jazz | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |