1970 Honda N III vs. 2001 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2001 Nissan Maxima is newer by 31 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 2,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Maxima (222 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 1045 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, 2001 Nissan Maxima (293 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III. 2001 Nissan Maxima 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. 2001 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda N III | 2001 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | N III | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2540 mm |
