1967 NSU Ro 80 vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 1994 Rover 400 is newer by 27 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 26 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (88 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 400 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1967 NSU Ro 80.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1994 Rover 400 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 NSU Ro 80 | 1994 Rover 400 | |
| Make | NSU | Rover |
| Model | Ro 80 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2390 cc | 1769 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2560 mm |
