1974 NSU Ro 80 vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 38 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1974 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1974 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 590 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Citroen C5 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 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 | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | NSU | Citroen |
| Model | Ro 80 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2388 cc | 2946 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 71 L |
