1970 Honda N III vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Megane (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 720 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, 1996 Renault Megane (201 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane 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 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | N III | Megane |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
