2012 Honda Jazz vs. 1979 Chrysler Avenger
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chrysler Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chrysler Avenger would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Jazz weights approximately 1163 kg more than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Chrysler Avenger 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 Chrysler Avenger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler Avenger. 1979 Chrysler Avenger has automatic transmission and 2012 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2012 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Chrysler Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Honda Jazz | 1979 Chrysler Avenger | |
| Make | Honda | Chrysler |
| Model | Jazz | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
