1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2007 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 535 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 1979 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 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 2007 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Camaro | Jazz |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1337 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |