1994 Ford Orion vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1994 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Jazz weights approximately 1023 kg more than 1994 Ford Orion. 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, 1994 Ford Orion (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Orion | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Orion | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
