2007 Honda Jazz vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Jazz weights approximately 198 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa. 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, 2007 Honda Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Jazz | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Jazz | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
