2008 Honda Accord vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 814 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, 2008 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1970 Honda N III | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | N III |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 41 L |
