2006 Honda Jazz vs. 1986 Porsche 928
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 928 (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 402 kg more than 1986 Porsche 928.
Because 1986 Porsche 928 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 1986 Porsche 928. 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, 1986 Porsche 928 (439 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Jazz | 1986 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Jazz | 928 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 4957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 66 L |
