1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2006 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 392 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Valiant.
Because 1976 Chrysler Valiant 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 1976 Chrysler Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (470 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 2006 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Valiant | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
