2007 Honda Jazz vs. 1993 Mazda Lantis
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda Lantis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda Lantis would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda Lantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda Lantis (121 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda Lantis should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda Lantis weights approximately 112 kg more than 2007 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, 1993 Mazda Lantis (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda Lantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Jazz | 1993 Mazda Lantis | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Jazz | Lantis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
