1967 NSU Ro 80 vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1995 Opel Calibra is newer by 28 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, 1995 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1967 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Opel Calibra (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Calibra 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 | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | NSU | Opel |
| Model | Ro 80 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2390 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2610 mm |
