1970 Honda N III vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis 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 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 1290 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 Mitsubishi Grandis (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis 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 Mitsubishi Grandis | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | N III | Grandis |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2840 mm |
