1998 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2012 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 46 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.
Because 1998 De Tomaso Guara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz. 2012 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 1998 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1998 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 De Tomaso Guara | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
Model | Guara | Jazz |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 276 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |