1990 Toyota Corolla vs. 2009 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 122 kg more than 1990 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2009 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla. 2009 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota Corolla | 2009 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Corolla | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
