1972 NSU 1000 vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 35 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (155 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1972 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1972 NSU 1000.
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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 NSU 1000. 2007 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1972 NSU 1000 has manual transmission. 1972 NSU 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 NSU 1000 | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | NSU | Toyota |
| Model | 1000 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
