1998 Ford Cougar vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 1998 Ford Cougar is newer by 28 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Cougar (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Cougar weights approximately 751 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, 1998 Ford Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Cougar | 1970 Honda N III | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Cougar | N III |
Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 62.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 57.8 mm |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 41 L |