2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 30 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2700 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 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (575 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III. 2000 Ford Excursion 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. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Excursion | 1970 Honda N III | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Excursion | N III |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 3240 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 41 L |
