1988 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2011 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Jazz weights approximately 583 kg more than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX.
Because 1988 Nissan 300 ZX 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 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Nissan 300 ZX | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Nissan | Honda |
Model | 300 ZX | Jazz |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |