2006 Honda Jazz vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (102 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (77 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 200 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2006 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, 1995 Rover 200 (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Jazz | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Jazz | 200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
