1998 GMC Safari vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 1998 GMC Safari 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 1415 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 1998 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Honda N III, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1998 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III. 1998 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1970 Honda N III has manual transmission. 1970 Honda N III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 GMC Safari | 1970 Honda N III | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Safari | N III |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 41 L |
