1975 NSU Ro 80 vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 35 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 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1975 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1975 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 516 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, 2010 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 NSU Ro 80. (163 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne 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 | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | NSU | Buick |
| Model | Ro 80 | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2390 cc | 3900 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| 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 | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
