1973 NSU 1000 vs. 2011 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2011 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1973 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1973 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover LR2 weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1973 NSU 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Land Rover LR2 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 NSU 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR2 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, 2011 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 NSU 1000. 2011 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1973 NSU 1000 has manual transmission. 1973 NSU 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 NSU 1000 | 2011 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | NSU | Land Rover |
Model | 1000 | LR2 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4496 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1908 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2659 mm |