1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 2005 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Coronet (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 312 kg more than 2005 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Dodge Coronet 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 Dodge Coronet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Dodge Coronet (293 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Jazz. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 2005 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Coronet | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |
