1965 NSU 1000 vs. 1995 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1995 Opel Frontera is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1965 NSU 1000. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Frontera weights approximately 989 kg more than 1965 NSU 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 NSU 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Opel Frontera 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, 1995 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU 1000. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 NSU 1000 | 1995 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | NSU | Opel |
| Model | 1000 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 75 L |
