1999 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 35 kg more than 1999 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, 2008 Honda Jazz (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 2008 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
