1972 Dodge Charger vs. 2008 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Charger (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 662 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Dodge Charger (470 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Charger | 2008 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Charger | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1338 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.2 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2460 mm |
