1966 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 1989 Volvo 245
To start off, 1989 Volvo 245 is newer by 23 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 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 245 (110 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider.
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, 1989 Volvo 245 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 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 | 1989 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | NSU | Volvo |
| Model | Wankel Spider | 245 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 2316 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2660 mm |
