1972 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1984 Honda Jazz
To start off, 1984 Honda Jazz is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 757 kg more than 1984 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Camaro | 1984 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Camaro | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2230 mm |
