1970 Honda N III vs. 1990 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1990 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 20 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jeep Cherokee (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 910 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 1990 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1990 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1990 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1990 Jeep Cherokee 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 | 1990 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | N III | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 76 L |
