1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 1970 Honda N III is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 910 kg more than 1970 Honda N III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Honda N III, 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 Honda N III | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | N III |
Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 41 L |