1990 Ford RS 200 vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 1990 Ford RS 200 is newer by 20 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford RS 200 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 685 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 1990 Ford RS 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Honda N III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 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, 1990 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford RS 200 | 1970 Honda N III | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | RS 200 | N III |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 115 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |
