1985 Honda Jazz vs. 1999 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1999 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 14 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 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Terrano II (126 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1985 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 1178 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 1999 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Nissan Terrano II (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Jazz | 1999 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Jazz | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2660 mm |
