1974 NSU Ro 80 vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1976 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 2,388 cc, 1974 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 NSU Ro 80 (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 NSU Ro 80 | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | NSU | Suzuki |
| Model | Ro 80 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2388 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 30 L |
