1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na vs. 1971 NSU Ro 80

To start off, 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 2,390 cc, 1971 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na 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 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1971 NSU Ro 80 (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. 1971 NSU Ro 80 has automatic transmission and 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na has manual transmission. 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 NSU Ro 80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na 1971 NSU Ro 80
Make Daewoo NSU
Model Maepsy-Na Ro 80
Year Released 1983 1971
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1491 cc 2390 cc
Horse Power 59 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 100 Nm 162 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 920 kg 1210 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2860 mm