1985 Honda Jazz vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 21 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1985 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1085 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Jazz | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jazz | C |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2670 mm |
