2008 Dodge Charger vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 38 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), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (341 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1803 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 2008 Dodge Charger 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, 2008 Dodge Charger 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, 2008 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III. 2008 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1970 Honda N III has manual transmission. 1970 Honda N III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 1970 Honda N III | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Charger | N III |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 41 L |
