1985 Buick Electra vs. 1984 Honda Jazz
To start off, 1985 Buick Electra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Electra (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 700 kg more than 1984 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Buick Electra (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 1984 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Electra | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2230 mm |
