1986 Honda Jazz vs. 2005 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Getz is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Getz (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1986 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 1290 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, 2005 Hyundai Getz (183 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Jazz | 2005 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Jazz | Getz |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2450 mm |
