1998 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1985 Honda Jazz
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Terios (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1985 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 350 kg more than 1985 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Terios will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Daihatsu Terios (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Terios | 1985 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Terios | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2230 mm |
