2007 Honda Jazz vs. 1995 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Honda Jazz. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Prelude weights approximately 223 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, 1995 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Jazz. 2007 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Jazz | 1995 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Jazz | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1013 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
