1970 Honda N III vs. 1998 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 1998 Subaru Legacy 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 810 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 1998 Subaru Legacy 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, 1998 Subaru Legacy 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, 1998 Subaru Legacy (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru Legacy 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 1998 Subaru Legacy
Make Honda Subaru
Model N III Legacy
Year Released 1970 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 354 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 36 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 9000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 32 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 7000 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 540 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 3000 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1300 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1410 mm


 

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