1970 Honda N III vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1000 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Honda N III, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | N III | C |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 62 L |
