1963 NSU 1000 LS vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 1986 Opel Omega is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU 1000 LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU 1000 LS would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Omega (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. (42 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Omega weights approximately 530 kg more than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1986 Opel Omega (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. (70 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU 1000 LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 NSU 1000 LS | 1986 Opel Omega | |
| Make | NSU | Opel |
| Model | 1000 LS | Omega |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
