1976 Ford Granada vs. 1969 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1976 Ford Granada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1976 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Granada weights approximately 306 kg more than 1969 NSU Ro 80.
Because 1976 Ford Granada 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 1976 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1976 Ford Granada (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 NSU Ro 80. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Granada | 1969 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Ford | NSU |
| Model | Granada | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2870 mm |
