1988 Subaru Rex vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 1488 kg more than 1988 Subaru Rex. 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, 2010 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Subaru Rex | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Subaru | Honda |
| Model | Rex | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
