1974 NSU Ro 80 vs. 1967 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 1974 NSU Ro 80 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Plymouth Fury. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Plymouth Fury would be higher. At 6,295 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Plymouth Fury is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Plymouth Fury (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1974 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Plymouth Fury should accelerate faster than 1974 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 749 kg more than 1974 NSU Ro 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Plymouth Fury 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 1967 Plymouth Fury. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1967 Plymouth Fury (577 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
1974 NSU Ro 80 | 1967 Plymouth Fury | |
Make | NSU | Plymouth |
Model | Ro 80 | Fury |
Year Released | 1974 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2388 cc | 6295 cc |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 577 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1959 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 94 L |