1985 Honda Jazz vs. 2001 Lexus GS
To start off, 2001 Lexus GS is newer by 16 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus GS (225 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1985 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus GS weights approximately 960 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 2001 Lexus GS 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 2001 Lexus GS. 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, 2001 Lexus GS (298 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Jazz | 2001 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Jazz | GS |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2680 mm |
