2007 Honda Jazz vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,337 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Jazz weights approximately 130 kg more than 1985 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Jazz | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Jazz | Ascona |
Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1337 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |