1971 NSU Ro 80 vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 1996 Renault 19 is newer by 25 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 9 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1996 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 NSU Ro 80 (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1971 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 NSU Ro 80 | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | NSU | Renault |
| Model | Ro 80 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |
