2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1999 Mazda 323
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,338 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 323. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda 323 weights approximately 99 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 323. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 1999 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Jazz | 323 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1338 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
