1970 Honda N III vs. 1989 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1989 Rover Range Rover 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover Range Rover (185 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1446 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.
Because 1989 Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Honda N III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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 Rover Range Rover (319 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Range Rover 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 | 1989 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | N III | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 82 L |
