1985 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1973 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1985 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 2,390 cc, 1973 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. 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, 1973 NSU Ro 80 (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1973 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Charade | 1973 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | NSU |
| Model | Charade | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2390 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 37 L |
