1970 Honda N III vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 1033 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.
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 Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 Touran | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | N III | Touran |
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 | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 32 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 60 L |