1970 Honda N III vs. 1998 Volvo C70
To start off, 1998 Volvo C70 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo C70 (236 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo C70 weights approximately 985 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 Volvo C70 (340 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo C70 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 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | N III | C70 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |