1991 Renault Express vs. 2009 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Express 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 54 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 227 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express. 2009 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 1991 Renault Express has manual transmission. 1991 Renault Express 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:
| 1991 Renault Express | 2009 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Express | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2500 mm |
