1985 Honda Jazz vs. 2001 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2001 Lincoln LS 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lincoln LS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1985 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lincoln LS weights approximately 987 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 Lincoln LS 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 Lincoln LS. 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 Lincoln LS (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Jazz | 2001 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Jazz | LS |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 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 | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2910 mm |
