1985 Honda Jazz vs. 2003 McLaren F1
To start off, 2003 McLaren F1 is newer by 18 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 6,062 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 574 more horse power than 1985 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 McLaren F1 weights approximately 470 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 2003 McLaren F1 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 2003 McLaren F1. 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, 2003 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Jazz | 2003 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Honda | McLaren |
| Model | Jazz | F1 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 6062 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2720 mm |
