1963 NSU 1000 LS vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1987 Renault Super 5 is newer by 24 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 996 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 NSU 1000 LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 NSU 1000 LS (42 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 NSU 1000 LS should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault Super 5 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1963 NSU 1000 LS.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 NSU 1000 LS (70 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 NSU 1000 LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 NSU 1000 LS | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | NSU | Renault |
| Model | 1000 LS | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
