1970 Honda N III vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1996 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 26 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 1086 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 1996 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1996 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1996 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Terrano II 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 | 1996 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | N III | Terrano II |
Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 32 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |