1975 NSU Ro 80 vs. 1970 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1975 NSU Ro 80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. Both 1975 NSU Ro 80 and 1970 NSU Ro 80 are equipped with a 2,390 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1970 NSU Ro 80 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1975 NSU Ro 80.
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, 1975 NSU Ro 80 (163 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 NSU Ro 80 | 1970 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | NSU | NSU |
| Model | Ro 80 | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2390 cc | 2390 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 37 L |
