1980 Buick Electra vs. 1969 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1980 Buick Electra is newer by 11 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 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1969 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 496 kg more than 1969 NSU Ro 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Buick Electra 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 1980 Buick Electra. 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, 1980 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 NSU Ro 80. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 1969 NSU Ro 80 | |
Make | Buick | NSU |
Model | Electra | Ro 80 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 82 L |