1974 NSU Ro 80 vs. 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 11 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 5,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1974 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1974 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 525 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 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado. 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, 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 | 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | NSU | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Ro 80 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2388 cc | 5030 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |
