1986 Honda Jazz vs. 2008 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Elantra 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Elantra (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1986 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 488 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, 2008 Hyundai Elantra (236 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Jazz | 2008 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Jazz | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2620 mm |
