1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1984 Honda Jazz
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 13 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 522 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.
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, 1997 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 1984 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Prelude | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2230 mm |
