1966 NSU 1000 vs. 1980 Volvo 245
To start off, 1980 Volvo 245 is newer by 14 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 245 (81 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1966 NSU 1000. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 245 weights approximately 660 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, 1980 Volvo 245 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU 1000. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 NSU 1000 | 1980 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | NSU | Volvo |
| Model | 1000 | 245 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1084 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
