1980 Mazda 929 vs. 1973 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1980 Mazda 929 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 2,390 cc, 1973 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1980 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 NSU Ro 80 (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 1973 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Mazda | NSU |
| Model | 929 | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2390 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 37 L |
