2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1986 Porsche 928
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 928 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 493 kg more than 1986 Porsche 928.
Because 1986 Porsche 928 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 1986 Porsche 928. 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, 1986 Porsche 928 (430 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 1986 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Jazz | 928 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 4957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 274 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
