1976 NSU Ro 80 vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D is newer by 16 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, 1976 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 NSU Ro 80 (162 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 1976 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 NSU Ro 80 | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | NSU | Rover |
| Model | Ro 80 | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2390 cc | 1358 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
