1985 Honda Jazz vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1988 Opel Corsa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Corsa weights approximately 150 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.
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, 1988 Opel Corsa (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Jazz | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Jazz | Corsa |
Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2350 mm |