2011 Honda Jazz vs. 1984 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Celica (115 HP) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Honda Jazz. (77 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Celica weights approximately 117 kg more than 2011 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Toyota Celica 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 Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Celica (172 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 1984 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Jazz. 1984 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda Jazz | 1984 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Jazz | Celica |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1245 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
