2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,452 cc, 1980 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (77 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 233 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 1980 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Jazz | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1245 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
