1973 NSU Ro 80 vs. 2005 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Opel Frontera is newer by 32 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 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1973 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1973 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Frontera weights approximately 510 kg more than 1973 NSU Ro 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 NSU Ro 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Frontera 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, 2005 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Frontera 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 | 2005 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | NSU | Opel |
| Model | Ro 80 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2390 cc | 3163 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2470 mm |
