1970 Honda N III vs. 2010 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2010 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 40 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 1029 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, 2010 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III. 2010 Toyota RAV4 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. 2010 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda N III | 2010 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | N III | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2659 mm |
