1970 NSU Ro 80 vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (176 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1970 NSU Ro 80. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1970 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 196 kg more than 1970 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, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 NSU Ro 80 | 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | NSU | Pontiac |
| Model | Ro 80 | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2390 cc | 3350 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 54 L |
