2010 Honda Jazz vs. 1986 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Tercel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Jazz (77 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Tercel. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 268 kg more than 1986 Toyota Tercel. 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, 2010 Honda Jazz (110 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Tercel. (108 Nm). This means 2010 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Tercel. 1986 Toyota Tercel has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Toyota Tercel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Jazz | 1986 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Jazz | Tercel |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1245 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
