2006 Honda Jazz vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 240 (112 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 692 kg more than 1983 Volvo 240.
Because 1983 Volvo 240 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 1983 Volvo 240. 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, 1983 Volvo 240 (185 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Jazz | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Jazz | 240 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
