1989 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Jazz (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 965 kg more than 1989 Ford Escort. 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, 1989 Ford Escort (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 2006 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2460 mm |
