2007 Honda Jazz vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 692 kg more than 2007 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Oldsmobile 98 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 1954 Oldsmobile 98. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Jazz | 1954 Oldsmobile 98 | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Jazz | 98 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 5320 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3210 mm |