2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1984 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Soarer (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 51 kg more than 2009 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Toyota Soarer 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 Toyota Soarer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Toyota Soarer (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Jazz | 1984 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Jazz | Soarer |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |