1984 Honda Jazz vs. 2003 Isuzu VehiCross
To start off, 2003 Isuzu VehiCross is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu VehiCross is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1984 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Isuzu VehiCross is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu VehiCross will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Isuzu VehiCross (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu VehiCross will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Jazz | 2003 Isuzu VehiCross | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Jazz | VehiCross |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2340 mm |
