1970 Honda N III vs. 2007 Mazda 5
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 is newer by 37 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 5 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 5 weights approximately 905 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, 2007 Mazda 5 (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 5 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 | 2007 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | N III | 5 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |