2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 37 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 1,798 cc, 2007 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 845 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Dodge Caliber (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 1970 Honda N III | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Caliber | N III |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 354 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 41 L |
