1970 Honda N III vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Honda Accord is newer by 33 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 916 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, 2003 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III. 2003 Honda Accord 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. 2003 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda N III | 2003 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | N III | Accord |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 65 L |
