2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 105 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort.
Because 1975 Ford Escort 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 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Jazz (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort. 1975 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Jazz | Escort |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
