2006 Honda Jazz vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 253 kg more than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora.
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, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Jazz | 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Jazz | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |
