1970 Honda N III vs. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan 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 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan (130 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 809 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 2008 Volkswagen Multivan 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, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan 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, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Multivan 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 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | N III | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1349 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 80 L |
