1984 Ford Telstar vs. 1971 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1984 Ford Telstar is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 NSU Ro 80 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1984 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 178 kg more than 1984 Ford Telstar. 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, 1971 NSU Ro 80 (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Telstar | 1971 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Ford | NSU |
| Model | Telstar | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2870 mm |
