2005 Ford Falcon vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 2005 Ford Falcon is newer by 35 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Falcon weights approximately 1035 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 2005 Ford Falcon 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 2005 Ford Falcon. 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, 2005 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Falcon | 1970 Honda N III | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Falcon | N III |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 30 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 62.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 57.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2010 mm |