1977 NSU Ro 80 vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza is newer by 35 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1977 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1977 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Venza weights approximately 496 kg more than 1977 NSU Ro 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza 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 | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | NSU | Toyota |
| Model | Ro 80 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2390 cc | 2700 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 67 L |
