1966 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 1974 Volvo 245
To start off, 1974 Volvo 245 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 2,125 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 245 (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volvo 245 weights approximately 659 kg more than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. 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, 1974 Volvo 245 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 NSU Wankel Spider | 1974 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | NSU | Volvo |
| Model | Wankel Spider | 245 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 2125 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
