1986 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Honda Jazz. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Falcon weights approximately 320 kg more than 2007 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Falcon (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Falcon | 2007 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Falcon | Jazz |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |