1985 Honda Jazz vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1985 Honda Jazz is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,231 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Sprinter (73 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 90 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 1971 Toyota Sprinter 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 1971 Toyota Sprinter. 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, 1971 Toyota Sprinter (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Jazz | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Jazz | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2340 mm |