1985 Honda Jazz vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1985 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1754 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 GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will offer significantly more control. 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 GL (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 GL | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Jazz | GL |
Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1231 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3080 mm |