2007 Honda Jazz vs. 1981 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Golf. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Jazz weights approximately 298 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Golf. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Jazz | 1981 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jazz | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
