1985 Honda Jazz vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 25 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1985 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber 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, 2010 Dodge Caliber (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Jazz | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Jazz | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2634 mm |
