1965 NSU Prinz vs. 1985 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1985 Toyota Cressida is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 2,759 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Cressida (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1965 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 803 kg more than 1965 NSU Prinz. 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, 1985 Toyota Cressida (149 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Prinz. 1985 Toyota Cressida has automatic transmission and 1965 NSU Prinz has manual transmission. 1965 NSU Prinz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Toyota Cressida will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 NSU Prinz | 1985 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | NSU | Toyota |
| Model | Prinz | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 2759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
