1975 NSU Ro 80 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 30 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 2,390 cc, 1975 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1975 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1975 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 158 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 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 NSU Ro 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 NSU Ro 80. (163 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | NSU | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ro 80 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2390 cc | 1984 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 62 L |
