1986 Honda Jazz vs. 2008 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 22 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1986 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda S2000 weights approximately 620 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 2008 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Jazz | 2008 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Jazz | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
