1981 Ford Falcon vs. 1975 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1981 Ford Falcon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1981 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Falcon weights approximately 160 kg more than 1975 NSU Ro 80.
Because 1981 Ford Falcon 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 1981 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1981 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 NSU Ro 80. (163 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Falcon | 1975 NSU Ro 80 | |
Make | Ford | NSU |
Model | Falcon | Ro 80 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2390 cc |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |