1969 Buick GS vs. 2008 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 840 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Because 1969 Buick GS 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 1969 Buick GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1969 Buick GS (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2008 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | GS | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 42 L |
