1970 Honda N III vs. 2009 Volvo C30
To start off, 2009 Volvo C30 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 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo C30 weights approximately 1103 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, 2009 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo C30 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 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | N III | C30 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2650 mm |
