1985 Honda Jazz vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (376 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1985 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 695 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. 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 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Jazz | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Jazz | 911 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2360 mm |
