1970 Honda N III vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Passat (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III.
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 Volkswagen Passat (169 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | N III | Passat |
Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 32 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |