1970 Honda N III vs. 1998 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 1998 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 28 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Step Wagon 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.
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, 1998 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III. 1998 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1970 Honda N III has manual transmission. 1970 Honda N III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda N III | 1998 Honda Step Wagon | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | N III | Step Wagon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |
