1967 NSU Ro 80 vs. 1970 Opel Admiral
To start off, 1970 Opel Admiral is newer by 3 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 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Admiral (143 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1967 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Admiral should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Admiral weights approximately 265 kg more than 1967 NSU Ro 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Opel Admiral 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 1970 Opel Admiral. 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, 1970 Opel Admiral (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Admiral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Ro 80. 1967 NSU Ro 80 has automatic transmission and 1970 Opel Admiral has manual transmission. 1970 Opel Admiral will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 NSU Ro 80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 NSU Ro 80 | 1970 Opel Admiral | |
| Make | NSU | Opel |
| Model | Ro 80 | Admiral |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2390 cc | 2784 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 80 L |
