1970 Honda N III vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 2,995 cc, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (194 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1475 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | N III | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2995 cc |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 103 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 2015 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 90 L |
