1970 Honda N III vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 43 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (503 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 1335 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 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Honda N III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF 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, 2013 Jaguar XF (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 593 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF 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 | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | N III | XF |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2909 mm |
