1986 Honda Jazz vs. 1992 Rover Mini
To start off, 1992 Rover Mini is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover Mini (51 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1986 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover Mini should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Jazz weights approximately 10 kg more than 1992 Rover Mini.
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, 1992 Rover Mini (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Rover Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Jazz | 1992 Rover Mini | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Jazz | Mini |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2040 mm |
