1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1975 NSU Ro 80
To start off, both 1975 Chrysler Valiant and 1975 NSU Ro 80 were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1975 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1975 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 200 kg more than 1975 NSU Ro 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Chrysler Valiant 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 1975 Chrysler Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 NSU Ro 80. (163 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1975 NSU Ro 80 | |
Make | Chrysler | NSU |
Model | Valiant | Ro 80 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4342 cc | 2390 cc |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |