2007 Honda Jazz vs. 1989 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Jazz (108 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Honda Jazz (143 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Dedra. (129 Nm). This means 2007 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Jazz | 1989 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Jazz | Dedra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 88 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 67.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
