1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2012 Honda Jazz. (118 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Jazz.
Because 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2012 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2012 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Honda |
| Model | Cutlass | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7462 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
