2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1975 Renault 30
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 30 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Renault 30 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 30 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2008 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, 1975 Renault 30 (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Renault 30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz. 1975 Renault 30 has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Renault 30 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 1975 Renault 30 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Jazz | 30 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 131 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 67 L |
