1979 Buick Regal vs. 1977 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1979 Buick Regal is newer by 2 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 220 kg more than 1977 NSU Ro 80.
Because 1979 Buick Regal 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 Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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 Regal (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 1977 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Buick | NSU |
| Model | Regal | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2390 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2870 mm |
