1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,360 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (191 HP) has 114 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (77 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 362 kg more than 2009 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (500 Nm) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5360 cc | 1245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 77 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
