1979 Honda Accord vs. 1968 NSU 1000
To start off, 1979 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 NSU 1000. (70 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1968 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Accord weights approximately 265 kg more than 1968 NSU 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 NSU 1000 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 1968 NSU 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord, 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 Honda Accord (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 NSU 1000. (83 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 1968 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Honda | NSU |
| Model | Accord | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 66.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 82 L |
