1994 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Jazz weights approximately 423 kg more than 1994 Ford Thunderbird.
Because 1994 Ford Thunderbird 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 1994 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1994 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Thunderbird | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Thunderbird | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
