1999 Audi A4 vs. 1985 Honda Jazz
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 14 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1985 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 620 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.
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, 1999 Audi A4 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1985 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2230 mm |
