1970 Honda N III vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | N III | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |
