2007 Honda Jazz vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,526 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2007 Honda Jazz. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Jazz weights approximately 144 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Jazz | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Jazz | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 51 L |
