1971 NSU Ro 80 vs. 2006 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2006 Nissan Navara is newer by 35 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1971 NSU Ro 80. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1971 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Navara weights approximately 914 kg more than 1971 NSU Ro 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Navara 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, 2006 Nissan Navara 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, 2006 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 NSU Ro 80. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 NSU Ro 80 | 2006 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | NSU | Nissan |
| Model | Ro 80 | Navara |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |
