1986 Honda Jazz vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1986 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 965 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.
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, 2012 Buick Regal (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Jazz | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Honda | Buick |
| Model | Jazz | Regal |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2738 mm |
