2012 Honda Jazz vs. 1989 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Corsair (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Corsair weights approximately 83 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.
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, 1989 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz. 1989 Ford Corsair 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. 1989 Ford Corsair will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Honda Jazz | 1989 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Jazz | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
