1969 NSU Ro 80 vs. 2010 Acura RL
To start off, 2010 Acura RL is newer by 41 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1969 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1969 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RL weights approximately 658 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.
Because 2010 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 NSU Ro 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura RL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 NSU Ro 80. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RL 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 | 2010 Acura RL | |
| Make | NSU | Acura |
| Model | Ro 80 | RL |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 73 L |
