1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2007 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,024 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Monaro weights approximately 410 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 1968 Holden Monaro 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 Holden Monaro. 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, 1968 Holden Monaro (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Jazz. 2007 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 1968 Holden Monaro has manual transmission. 1968 Holden Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Monaro | 2007 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Monaro | Jazz |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5024 cc | 1337 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |