1970 Honda N III vs. 1985 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1985 Toyota Corolla is newer by 15 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Corolla (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 370 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, 1985 Toyota Corolla (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Corolla 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 | 1985 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | N III | Corolla |
Year Released | 1970 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 32 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |