1972 Buick GS vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 1972 Buick GS is newer by 2 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 5,723 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick GS weights approximately 1090 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 1972 Buick GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Buick GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Honda N III, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1972 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick GS | 1970 Honda N III | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | GS | N III |
Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5723 cc | 354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2010 mm |