1970 Honda N III vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 8 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 2,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1720 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 1978 Mercedes-Benz S 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 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz S 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 | 1978 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | N III | S |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 2215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2870 mm |
