1976 NSU Ro 80 vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 22 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 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1976 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1976 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 535 kg more than 1976 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
1976 NSU Ro 80 | 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | NSU | Oldsmobile |
Model | Ro 80 | Silhouette |
Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2390 cc | 3348 cc |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |