1970 Honda N III vs. 1989 Holden Camira
To start off, 1989 Holden Camira is newer by 19 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Holden Camira (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Holden Camira weights approximately 510 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, 1989 Holden Camira (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III. 1989 Holden Camira 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. 1989 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda N III | 1989 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | N III | Camira |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
