1970 Honda N III vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III.
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 Renault Megane (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane 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 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | N III | Megane |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
