2007 Honda Jazz vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Jazz (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 40 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 1997 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Jazz | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Jazz | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |