1990 Honda Civic vs. 1975 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1990 Honda Civic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 2,390 cc, 1975 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1975 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1975 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 184 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1975 NSU Ro 80 (163 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1975 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic. 1975 NSU Ro 80 has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 NSU Ro 80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Civic | 1975 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Honda | NSU |
| Model | Civic | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2390 cc |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 37 L |
