2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1997 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 918 kg more than 1997 TVR Cerbera.
Because 1997 TVR Cerbera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 TVR Cerbera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 1997 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Honda | TVR |
| Model | Jazz | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 4184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
