1970 Honda N III vs. 1987 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1987 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 17 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 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Vauxhall Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Vauxhall Nova (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Nova should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Vauxhall Nova weights approximately 200 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, 1987 Vauxhall Nova (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1987 Vauxhall Nova 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 | 1987 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | N III | Nova |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |
