2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1973 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1973 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda RX-4 weights approximately 62 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Mazda RX-4 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 1973 Mazda RX-4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1973 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 1973 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Jazz | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1338 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
