1986 Honda Jazz vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1986 Honda Jazz is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volkswagen Passat (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1986 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 220 kg more than 1986 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, 1974 Volkswagen Passat (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Jazz | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Jazz | Passat |
Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2480 mm |