2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1989 Renault 19
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 19 weights approximately 15 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, 2008 Honda Jazz (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 19. (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 1989 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Jazz | 19 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 115 L |
