1970 Honda N III vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 35 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 1330 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.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Honda N III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Nissan Murano (310 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Murano 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 | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | N III | Murano |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 82 L |
