1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 203 kg more than 1992 Buick Roadmaster.
Because 1992 Buick Roadmaster 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 1992 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz. 1992 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1992 Buick Roadmaster | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Roadmaster | Jazz |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 42 L |