1970 Honda N III vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 38 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord 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, 2008 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord 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 | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | N III | Accord |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 65 L |
