1970 Honda N III vs. 2002 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2002 Mercury Cougar is newer by 32 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 815 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, 2002 Mercury Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Cougar 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 | 2002 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | N III | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
