1985 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1963 NSU 1000 LS
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU 1000 LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU 1000 LS would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1963 NSU 1000 LS.
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, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. (70 Nm). This means 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1963 NSU 1000 LS has manual transmission. 1963 NSU 1000 LS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | 1963 NSU 1000 LS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | NSU |
| Model | Caprice | 1000 LS |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 42 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 66.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2260 mm |
