2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1989 Rover 216
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover 216. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover 216 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Rover 216 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Rover 216. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover 216.
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 (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover 216. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover 216.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 1989 Rover 216 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Jazz | 216 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
