1975 NSU Ro 80 vs. 2003 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2003 Toyota Soarer is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1975 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1975 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 520 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.
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, 2003 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 NSU Ro 80. (163 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 NSU Ro 80 | 2003 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | NSU | Toyota |
| Model | Ro 80 | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2390 cc | 4292 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2630 mm |
