2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Jazz (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Jazz | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
