1998 Rover 400 vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 400 weights approximately 73 kg more than 2010 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, 1998 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Rover 400 | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Rover | Honda |
Model | 400 | Jazz |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1047 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |