2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1984 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,154 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Peugeot 505 (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 282 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 1984 Peugeot 505 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 1984 Peugeot 505. 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, 1984 Peugeot 505 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 1984 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Jazz | 505 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1338 cc | 2154 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 91.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
