2005 Honda Jazz vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Honda Jazz. (77 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 400 weights approximately 72 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, 1996 Rover 400 (182 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Jazz. (151 Nm). This means 1996 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Jazz | 1996 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Jazz | 400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 182 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 | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
