2005 Honda Jazz vs. 1980 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Patrol (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Honda Jazz. (77 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1177 kg more than 2005 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Patrol 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, 1980 Nissan Patrol (250 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Jazz. (151 Nm). This means 1980 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Jazz | 1980 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Jazz | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2980 mm |
