2007 Honda Civic vs. 1984 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 133 kg more than 1984 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 1984 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | Jazz |
Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2230 mm |