1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 1988 Dodge Spirit is newer by 18 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Spirit (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 759 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, 1988 Dodge Spirit (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Dodge Spirit | 1970 Honda N III | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Spirit | N III |
Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 30 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2010 mm |