1985 Honda Jazz vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1985 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 405 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Polo (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Jazz | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jazz | Polo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2470 mm |
