1970 Honda N III vs. 2009 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 1455 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 Wrangler 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 Wrangler 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 Wrangler (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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 | 2009 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | N III | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 3776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2950 mm |
