1970 Ford Maverick vs. 1970 NSU Ro 80
To start off, both 1970 Ford Maverick and 1970 NSU Ro 80 were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 NSU Ro 80 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Maverick weights approximately 50 kg more than 1970 NSU Ro 80.
Because 1970 Ford Maverick 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 Ford Maverick. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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 Ford Maverick (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Maverick | 1970 NSU Ro 80 | |
Make | Ford | NSU |
Model | Maverick | Ro 80 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 2390 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2870 mm |