1995 Acura Legend vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 25 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 1100 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, 1995 Acura Legend (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 1970 Honda N III | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | Legend | N III |
Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 30 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 62.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 57.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2010 mm |