1985 Honda Jazz vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1985 Honda Jazz is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1985 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 555 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Jazz | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Jazz | Luce |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2590 mm |
