1976 Mazda 929 vs. 1975 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1976 Mazda 929 is newer by 1 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, 1975 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 136 kg more than 1976 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 NSU Ro 80 (163 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 929 | 1975 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Mazda | NSU |
| Model | 929 | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2390 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 37 L |
