2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 33 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 985 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 2003 Ford Mustang 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 2003 Ford Mustang. 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 1970 Honda N III | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | N III |
Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 30 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 62.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 57.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2010 mm |