1987 Honda Prelude vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 1987 Honda Prelude is newer by 17 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 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Prelude weights approximately 483 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, 1987 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Prelude | 1970 Honda N III | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Prelude | N III |
Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 30 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 62.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 57.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 115 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2010 mm |