1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 563 kg more than 2010 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Honda |
| Model | Cutlass | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2500 mm |
