2007 Honda Jazz vs. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (130 HP) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Honda Jazz. (77 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 186 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, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Jazz | 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Jazz | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1337 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 130 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 53 L |
