1971 NSU 1000 vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 25 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1971 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1971 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 760 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 NSU 1000. 1996 Toyota Cresta has automatic transmission and 1971 NSU 1000 has manual transmission. 1971 NSU 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Cresta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 NSU 1000 | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | NSU | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 | Cresta |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2740 mm |
