2006 Honda Jazz vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Jazz (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (79 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1988 Renault 19. 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, 2006 Honda Jazz (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (107 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Jazz | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Jazz | 19 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 160 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 | 1990 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
