1970 Honda N III vs. 1982 Audi 4000
To start off, 1982 Audi 4000 is newer by 12 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1982 Audi 4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi 4000 (100 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi 4000 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III.
Because 1982 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Honda N III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Audi 4000 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1982 Audi 4000 (137 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm). This means 1982 Audi 4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III. 1982 Audi 4000 has automatic transmission and 1970 Honda N III has manual transmission. 1970 Honda N III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Audi 4000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda N III | 1982 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | N III | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
