1996 Renault 19 vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault 19 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault 19 weights approximately 98 kg more than 2012 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Renault 19 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault 19 | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | 19 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
