1985 Honda Jazz vs. 2004 Noble M14
To start off, 2004 Noble M14 is newer by 19 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Noble M14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Noble M14 (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1985 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Noble M14 weights approximately 450 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 2004 Noble M14 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 2004 Noble M14. 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, 2004 Noble M14 (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Jazz | 2004 Noble M14 | |
Make | Honda | Noble |
Model | Jazz | M14 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1231 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2440 mm |