2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1998 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Jazz (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1998 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 193 kg more than 1998 Renault Twingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Twingo. (92 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Twingo. 2008 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 1998 Renault Twingo has manual transmission. 1998 Renault Twingo 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 | 1998 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Jazz | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1013 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 40 L |
