1970 Honda N III vs. 1999 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 1999 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 29 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 1142 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 1999 Jaguar S-Type is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Jaguar S-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Honda N III, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (301 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar S-Type 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 | 1999 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | N III | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2920 mm |
