1987 Buick Regal vs. 1967 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (276 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1967 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 366 kg more than 1967 NSU Ro 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Buick Regal 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 1987 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1987 Buick Regal (489 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1967 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Buick | NSU |
| Model | Regal | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2390 cc |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 37 L |
