1989 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Carina (94 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (77 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 53 kg more than 1989 Toyota Carina.
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, 1989 Toyota Carina (139 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 1989 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Carina | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Carina | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 77 HP |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 42 L |
