1967 NSU Ro 80 vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 1983 Renault 11 is newer by 16 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 33 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1983 Renault 11. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 NSU Ro 80 | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | NSU | Renault |
| Model | Ro 80 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2390 cc | 1721 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2490 mm |
