1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1974 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1982 Honda Prelude is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 2,388 cc, 1974 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1974 NSU Ro 80 (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 1974 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Honda | NSU |
| Model | Prelude | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 2388 cc |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 37 L |
