2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1986 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1986 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Corsa.
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, 2009 Honda Jazz (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Corsa. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 1986 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Jazz | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| 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 Length | 3910 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
