1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1973 NSU 1000
To start off, 1984 Ford Sierra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Sierra (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1973 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1973 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 575 kg more than 1973 NSU 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1984 Ford Sierra (140 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1973 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | NSU |
| Model | Sierra | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2304 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2260 mm |
