1986 Honda Jazz vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1986 Honda Jazz is newer by 14 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 204 more horse power than 1986 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1986 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 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 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Jazz | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Jazz | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2850 mm |
