1977 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1973 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 2,390 cc, 1973 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mitsubishi Galant | 1973 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | NSU |
| Model | Galant | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2390 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2870 mm |
