1971 NSU 1000 vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1975 Plymouth Volare is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1971 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1971 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 825 kg more than 1971 NSU 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 NSU 1000 | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | NSU | Plymouth |
| Model | 1000 | Volare |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2870 mm |
