2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 47 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 (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Jazz | 19 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1338 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 15.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
