1987 Vauxhall Astra vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Vauxhall Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 169 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Astra.
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, 1987 Vauxhall Astra (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz. 2010 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 1987 Vauxhall Astra has manual transmission. 1987 Vauxhall Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Vauxhall Astra | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Honda |
| Model | Astra | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
