1970 Honda N III vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1407 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III. 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda N III | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | N III | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
