1985 Honda Jazz vs. 1995 Lexus SC
To start off, 1995 Lexus SC is newer by 10 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 3,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lexus SC (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1985 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus SC weights approximately 850 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 1995 Lexus SC 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 1995 Lexus SC. 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, 1995 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Jazz | 1995 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Jazz | SC |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2700 mm |
