1967 NSU Ro 80 vs. 1968 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 1968 Toyota Sport 800 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 2,390 cc, 1967 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 628 kg more than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Sport 800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 NSU Ro 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 NSU Ro 80 (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1967 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
1967 NSU Ro 80 | 1968 Toyota Sport 800 | |
Make | NSU | Toyota |
Model | Ro 80 | Sport 800 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2390 cc | 790 cc |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 582 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 75 L |