2006 Honda Jazz vs. 1970 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Skyline (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 902 kg more than 1970 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1970 Nissan Skyline 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 1970 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1970 Nissan Skyline (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Jazz | 1970 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Jazz | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |
