1985 Honda Jazz vs. 1999 Rover 400
To start off, 1999 Rover 400 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1985 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 400 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1985 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, 1999 Rover 400 (183 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Jazz | 1999 Rover 400 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Jazz | 400 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2630 mm |