1970 Honda N III vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2001 Opel Vectra 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Vectra (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Vectra weights approximately 820 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 Opel Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Vectra 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 | 2001 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | N III | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2650 mm |
