1979 Holden Kingswood vs. 1969 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1979 Holden Kingswood is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 3,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 176 kg more than 1969 NSU Ro 80.
Because 1979 Holden Kingswood 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 Holden Kingswood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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 Holden Kingswood (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 NSU Ro 80. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden Kingswood | 1969 NSU Ro 80 | |
Make | Holden | NSU |
Model | Kingswood | Ro 80 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3296 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |