1979 Ford Fairlane vs. 1968 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1979 Ford Fairlane 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 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Fairlane (185 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1968 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1968 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 220 kg more than 1968 NSU Ro 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford Fairlane 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 Ford Fairlane. 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 Ford Fairlane (344 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Fairlane | 1968 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Ford | NSU |
| Model | Fairlane | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2390 cc |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2870 mm |
