1980 Holden Commodore vs. 1968 NSU 1000
To start off, 1980 Holden Commodore is newer by 12 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 1,890 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Commodore (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 NSU 1000. (70 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1968 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Commodore weights approximately 460 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Holden Commodore (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 NSU 1000. (83 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 1968 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Holden | NSU |
| Model | Commodore | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1890 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2260 mm |
