1989 Holden Commodore vs. 1965 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1989 Holden Commodore is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1965 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Holden Commodore weights approximately 745 kg more than 1965 NSU Prinz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Holden Commodore | 1965 NSU Prinz | |
Make | Holden | NSU |
Model | Commodore | Prinz |
Year Released | 1989 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2010 mm |