1984 Honda Jazz vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 4 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 1,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 19 weights approximately 220 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.
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, 1988 Renault 19 (182 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (83 Nm). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Jazz | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Jazz | 19 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2560 mm |
