1970 Honda N III vs. 1987 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1987 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volkswagen Passat (70 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 545 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 Volkswagen Passat (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | N III | Passat |
Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 70 HP |
Torque | 30 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |