1985 Honda Jazz vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 24 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 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1985 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 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, 2009 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Jazz | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Jazz | 5 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1231 cc | 2258 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2760 mm |