2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1985 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Accord weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
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, 1985 Honda Accord (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Jazz | 1985 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Jazz | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1829 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 109 HP |
Torque | 143 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |