2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (73 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 42 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra. 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, 2009 Honda Jazz (114 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Jazz | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 61 L |
