1985 Honda Jazz vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 27 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1985 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 1166 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 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Jazz | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Jazz | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1231 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3010 mm |