1972 NSU Ro 80 vs. 2003 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2003 Toyota Caldina is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 2,390 cc, 1972 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Caldina (130 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1972 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1972 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 35 kg more than 1972 NSU Ro 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2003 Toyota Caldina (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 NSU Ro 80 | 2003 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | NSU | Toyota |
| Model | Ro 80 | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2390 cc | 1762 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |
