1974 NSU Ro 80 vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 39 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TL (279 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1974 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1974 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TL weights approximately 480 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 2013 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 NSU Ro 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL 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, 2013 Acura TL (343 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Acura TL 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 | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | NSU | Acura |
| Model | Ro 80 | TL |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2388 cc | 3500 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
