1984 Honda Jazz vs. 1984 Buick Century

To start off, both 1984 Honda Jazz and 1984 Buick Century were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Century (85 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (55 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Buick Century (224 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (93 Nm). This means 1984 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Honda Jazz 1984 Buick Century
Make Honda Buick
Model Jazz Century
Year Released 1984 1984
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1231 cc 4300 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 55 HP 85 HP
Torque 93 Nm 224 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 4803 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1763 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1364 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2662 mm


 

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