1970 Honda N III vs. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 39 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1333 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 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (548 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1970 Honda N III has manual transmission. 1970 Honda N III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda N III | 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | N III | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2790 mm |
