1970 Honda N III vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1971 Mazda Luce is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda N III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda N III would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 655 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda N III | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | N III | Luce |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
