1989 Porsche 911 vs. 2009 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 911 weights approximately 128 kg more than 2009 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Porsche 911 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 1989 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1989 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Porsche 911 | 2009 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Porsche | Honda |
| Model | 911 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1530 mm |
