1971 NSU Ro 80 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 41 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1971 NSU Ro 80. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1971 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 264 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 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 NSU Ro 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 NSU Ro 80. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester 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 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | NSU | Subaru |
| Model | Ro 80 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 64 L |
