1964 NSU 1000 vs. 1977 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1977 Toyota Cressida is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Cressida (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1964 NSU 1000. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 470 kg more than 1964 NSU 1000. 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, 1977 Toyota Cressida (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 NSU 1000. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 NSU 1000 | 1977 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | NSU | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 61 L |
