1957 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1971 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1971 NSU Ro 80 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 NSU Ro 80 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1957 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 NSU Ro 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Jeep CJ5 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, 1971 NSU Ro 80 (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jeep CJ5 | 1971 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Jeep | NSU |
| Model | CJ5 | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2870 mm |
