1966 NSU 1000 vs. 1970 Volvo 164
To start off, 1970 Volvo 164 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volvo 164 (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1966 NSU 1000. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volvo 164 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1966 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, 1970 Volvo 164 (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU 1000. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 NSU 1000 | 1970 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | NSU | Volvo |
| Model | 1000 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1084 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
