2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum is newer by 36 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 1255 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 2006 Dodge Magnum 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, 2006 Dodge Magnum 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, 2006 Dodge Magnum (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 1970 Honda N III | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Magnum | N III |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2010 mm |
