2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1988 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2008 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 Pontiac 6000 (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz. 1988 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 1988 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Jazz | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
