1970 NSU Ro 80 vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 34 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 2,390 cc, 1970 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1970 NSU Ro 80. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1970 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 120 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.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 NSU Ro 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy 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 | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | NSU | Subaru |
| Model | Ro 80 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2390 cc | 1992 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 64 L |
