2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 200 weights approximately 85 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 (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Jazz | 1996 Rover 200 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Jazz | 200 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 103 HP |
Torque | 143 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |