1969 NSU Ro 80 vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 43 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1969 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1969 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 603 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 2012 Dodge Charger 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 2012 Dodge Charger. 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 NSU Ro 80. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger 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 | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | NSU | Dodge |
| Model | Ro 80 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 72 L |
