1990 Ford Mustang vs. 1970 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1990 Ford Mustang is newer by 20 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 2,390 cc, 1970 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 NSU Ro 80 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Ford Mustang. (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Mustang weights approximately 50 kg more than 1970 NSU Ro 80.
Because 1990 Ford Mustang 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 1990 Ford Mustang. 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, 1990 Ford Mustang (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Mustang | 1970 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Ford | NSU |
| Model | Mustang | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2390 cc |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 37 L |
