1989 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1974 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 5,009 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1974 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1974 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 670 kg more than 1974 NSU Ro 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 NSU Ro 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Blazer | 1974 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | NSU |
| Model | Blazer | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5009 cc | 2388 cc |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
