1996 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,850 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Honda Jazz. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 225 kg more than 2007 Honda Jazz. 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, 1996 Honda Accord (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 2007 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Jazz |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1850 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
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 | 1275 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |