1967 NSU Ro 80 vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1980 Renault 15 is newer by 13 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 55 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1980 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 NSU Ro 80 (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 NSU Ro 80 | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | NSU | Renault |
| Model | Ro 80 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2390 cc | 1289 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
