2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1992 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan Terrano (147 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 766 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Nissan Terrano (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz. 2008 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 1992 Nissan Terrano has manual transmission. 1992 Nissan Terrano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 1992 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Jazz | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 989 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
