1969 NSU Ro 80 vs. 2000 Buick Century
To start off, 2000 Buick Century is newer by 31 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 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1969 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1969 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Century weights approximately 326 kg more than 1969 NSU Ro 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2000 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 NSU Ro 80. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Century 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 | 2000 Buick Century | |
| Make | NSU | Buick |
| Model | Ro 80 | Century |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3134 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 64 L |
