1970 NSU Ro 80 vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 42 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1970 NSU Ro 80. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1970 NSU Ro 80.
Because 2012 SsangYong Chairman W 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 SsangYong Chairman W. 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, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Chairman W 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 | 2012 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | NSU | SsangYong |
| Model | Ro 80 | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2390 cc | 3598 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2970 mm |
