2012 Honda Jazz vs. 1988 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2012 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Jazz weights approximately 733 kg more than 1988 Holden Commodore.
Because 1988 Holden Commodore 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 1988 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1988 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz. 1988 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 2012 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2012 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Honda Jazz | 1988 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Jazz | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
