2006 GMC Savana vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 2037 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 GMC Savana 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 2006 GMC Savana. 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, 2006 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 1970 Honda N III | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Savana | N III |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 41 L |
