2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 39 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mustang weights approximately 631 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 2009 Ford Mustang 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 2009 Ford Mustang. 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mustang | 1970 Honda N III | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mustang | N III |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 41 L |
