2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1982 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 180 kg more than 1982 Toyota Tercel.
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, 2008 Honda Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Tercel. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 1982 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Jazz | Tercel |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
