1970 Honda N III vs. 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 14 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 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 305 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 | 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | N III | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
