2012 Honda Jazz vs. 1978 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Crown (102 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Honda Jazz. (77 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Crown weights approximately 302 kg more than 2012 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Crown 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 1978 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1978 Toyota Crown (157 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 1978 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz. 1978 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 2012 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2012 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Honda Jazz | 1978 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Jazz | Crown |
Year Released | 2012 | 1978 |
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 | 102 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 157 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 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 | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |