1972 NSU 1000 vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota MR2 (190 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1972 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1972 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 332 kg more than 1972 NSU 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 NSU 1000 | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | NSU | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 992 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2440 mm |
