1986 Honda Jazz vs. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1986 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1666 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 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (550 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Jazz | 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Jazz | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1231 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2366 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2890 mm |