1973 NSU Ro 80 vs. 1983 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corona is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 2,390 cc, 1973 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corona (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1973 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corona.
Because 1983 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 NSU Ro 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Toyota Corona (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 NSU Ro 80 | 1983 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | NSU | Toyota |
| Model | Ro 80 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2390 cc | 2366 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |
