1998 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic.
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 (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Civic | 2009 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | Jazz |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |