1968 NSU Ro 80 vs. 1968 Opel Commodore
To start off, both 1968 NSU Ro 80 and 1968 Opel Commodore were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,390 cc, 1968 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 34 kg more than 1968 Opel Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Opel Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 NSU Ro 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 NSU Ro 80 (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Commodore. 1968 NSU Ro 80 has automatic transmission and 1968 Opel Commodore has manual transmission. 1968 Opel Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 NSU Ro 80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 NSU Ro 80 | 1968 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | NSU | Opel |
| Model | Ro 80 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2390 cc | 2239 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
