1986 Honda Jazz vs. 1982 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1986 Honda Jazz is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,231 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Golf (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1986 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 50 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, 1986 Honda Jazz (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Golf. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Jazz | 1982 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Jazz | Golf |
Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |