1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2011 Honda Jazz

To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2011 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Jazz weights approximately 493 kg more than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.

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, 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Jazz. 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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. 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 2011 Honda Jazz
Make Oldsmobile Honda
Model Eighty-Eight Jazz
Year Released 1992 2011
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 1339 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 169 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.5 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 80 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 2043 kg
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 3910 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 91 L 42 L


 

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