2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 72 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (112 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Jazz | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
