1970 Honda N III vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1077 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 Volkswagen Passat (326 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III. 2003 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda N III | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | N III | Passat |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
