1968 NSU Ro 80 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1978 Skoda L is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. 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 70 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1978 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 NSU Ro 80 (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 NSU Ro 80 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | NSU | Skoda |
| Model | Ro 80 | L |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2390 cc | 1046 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 38 L |
