1976 Buick Estate vs. 1985 Honda Jazz

To start off, 1985 Honda Jazz is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1985 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 1184 kg more than 1985 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1976 Buick Estate 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 1976 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1976 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Jazz.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Buick Estate 1985 Honda Jazz
Make Buick Honda
Model Estate Jazz
Year Released 1976 1985
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5736 cc 1231 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 153 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 82 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 1884 kg 700 kg
Vehicle Length 5510 mm 3400 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2230 mm