1970 Honda N III vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (219 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 911 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 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Honda N III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | N III | V50 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 57 L |
