1986 Honda Jazz vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 21 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1986 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 690 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.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Jazz | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Jazz | Forester |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2530 mm |
