1971 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1968 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1968 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1968 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 305 kg more than 1968 NSU Ro 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1971 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1971 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Camaro | 1968 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | NSU |
| Model | Camaro | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2390 cc |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2870 mm |
