1971 NSU Ro 80 vs. 1968 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1971 NSU Ro 80 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,990 cc, 1971 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 NSU Ro 80 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Corolla 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 1968 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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 NSU Ro 80 (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1971 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 NSU Ro 80 | 1968 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | NSU | Toyota |
| Model | Ro 80 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1068 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
