1985 Honda Jazz vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1985 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Jazz.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jazz | Polo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2470 mm |
