1979 Buick Century vs. 1968 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1979 Buick Century is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 220 kg more than 1968 NSU Ro 80.
Because 1979 Buick Century is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Buick Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 NSU Ro 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Buick Century (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Century | 1968 NSU Ro 80 | |
Make | Buick | NSU |
Model | Century | Ro 80 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2390 cc |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2870 mm |