1977 NSU Ro 80 vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 7 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1977 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1977 NSU Ro 80.
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, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (204 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 NSU Ro 80 | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | NSU | Pontiac |
| Model | Ro 80 | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2390 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2630 mm |
