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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 888 kg more 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 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 218 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 | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 79.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1428 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |