1970 Honda N III vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 1284 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 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda N III | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | N III | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
