1988 Buick Electra vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Honda Jazz. (118 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Jazz. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Jazz. 1988 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Electra | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Electra | Jazz |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2510 mm |