1968 NSU 1000 vs. 1995 Toyota MRJ
To start off, 1995 Toyota MRJ is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota MRJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota MRJ (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1968 NSU 1000. (70 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota MRJ should accelerate faster than 1968 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota MRJ weights approximately 872 kg more than 1968 NSU 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1995 Toyota MRJ (285 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 NSU 1000. (83 Nm). This means 1995 Toyota MRJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 NSU 1000 | 1995 Toyota MRJ | |
| Make | NSU | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 | MRJ |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.6 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |
