1985 Honda Jazz vs. 1993 Mazda 121
To start off, 1993 Mazda 121 is newer by 8 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda 121 (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1985 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda 121 weights approximately 120 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, 1993 Mazda 121 (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Jazz | 1993 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Jazz | 121 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |