1977 NSU Ro 80 vs. 2010 Audi Q5
To start off, 2010 Audi Q5 is newer by 33 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, 2010 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1977 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1977 NSU Ro 80.
Because 2010 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 NSU Ro 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q5 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 | 2010 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | NSU | Audi |
| Model | Ro 80 | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2390 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 75 L |
