1969 NSU Ro 80 vs. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 211 kg more than 1969 NSU Ro 80.
Because 1970 Plymouth Barracuda 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 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 NSU Ro 80. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 NSU Ro 80 | 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | NSU | Plymouth |
| Model | Ro 80 | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3249 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2760 mm |
