1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1975 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 7 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 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1975 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 370 kg more than 1975 NSU Ro 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 NSU Ro 80. (163 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Caprice | 1975 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | NSU |
| Model | Caprice | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 2390 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 163 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2870 mm |
