1985 Honda Jazz vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 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 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (127 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1985 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 850 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.
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 Mazda 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Jazz | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Jazz | 6 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1231 cc | 2183 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2789 mm |