2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 911 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Because 1995 Porsche 911 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, 1995 Porsche 911 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, 1995 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Jazz | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1260 mm |
