1977 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 NSU 1200
To start off, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 NSU 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 NSU 1200 would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette (207 HP) has 122 more horse power than 1970 NSU 1200. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 NSU 1200.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette (346 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 NSU 1200. (81 Nm). This means 1977 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 NSU 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 NSU 1200 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | NSU |
| Model | Corvette | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2240 mm |
