2005 Honda Jazz vs. 1992 Mazda 626
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda 626 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda 626 weights approximately 234 kg more than 2005 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, 1992 Mazda 626 (221 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Jazz. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Jazz | 1992 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Jazz | 626 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
