2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 47 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Jazz | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
