1972 Dodge Challenger vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 1972 Dodge Challenger 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Challenger (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 850 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 Dodge Challenger 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 Dodge Challenger. 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 Dodge Challenger (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Challenger | 1970 Honda N III | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Challenger | N III |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2010 mm |
