1977 NSU Ro 80 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 2,390 cc, 1977 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 196 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. 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 NSU Ro 80 (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1977 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 NSU Ro 80 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | NSU | Opel |
| Model | Ro 80 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2390 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2580 mm |
