2012 Audi A3 vs. 1986 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1986 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A3 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1986 Honda Jazz. 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, 2012 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A3 | 1986 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A3 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2230 mm |
