1986 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 29 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
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, 1986 Ford Escort (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2008 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Jazz |
Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 989 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 42 L |