1998 Honda Today vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,245 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Jazz (77 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Jazz weights approximately 338 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Honda Jazz (110 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 2011 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Today | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Today | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 655 cc | 1245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 77 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
