1976 NSU Ro 80 vs. 1985 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1985 Toyota Corolla is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 2,390 cc, 1976 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1976 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1976 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1985 Toyota Corolla 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 1985 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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 NSU Ro 80 (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (140 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1976 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 NSU Ro 80 | 1985 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | NSU | Toyota |
| Model | Ro 80 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2390 cc | 1587 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 75 L |
