2007 Honda Jazz vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Jazz (77 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Jazz weights approximately 69 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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, 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Jazz | 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Jazz | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1337 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2390 mm |
