1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 1970 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1988 Avanti Avanti is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1970 NSU Ro 80. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1970 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 490 kg more than 1970 NSU Ro 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Avanti Avanti 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 1988 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1988 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Avanti Avanti | 1970 NSU Ro 80 | |
Make | Avanti | NSU |
Model | Avanti | Ro 80 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2390 cc |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2870 mm |