2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1990 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Camry weights approximately 215 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, 1990 Toyota Camry (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz. 1990 Toyota Camry 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. 1990 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 1990 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Jazz | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
