1971 NSU Ro 80 vs. 1981 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 NSU Ro 80 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 71 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 NSU Ro 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 will offer significantly more control. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 NSU Ro 80 | 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | NSU | Suzuki |
| Model | Ro 80 | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2040 mm |
