1995 Ford Falcon vs. 1984 Honda Jazz
To start off, 1995 Ford Falcon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 3,705 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Falcon (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Falcon weights approximately 880 kg more than 1984 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Ford Falcon 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 1995 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1995 Ford Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Falcon | 1984 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Falcon | Jazz |
Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3705 cc | 1231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 398 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2230 mm |