2005 Honda Jazz vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Jazz (77 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 137 kg more than 2005 Honda Jazz.
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, 2005 Honda Jazz (151 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (128 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Jazz | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Jazz | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
