1970 Honda N III vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 810 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 Passat 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 Passat 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 Passat (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | N III | Passat |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 62 L |
