1991 Ford Taurus vs. 1969 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1991 Ford Taurus is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 2,512 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1991 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Taurus weights approximately 206 kg more than 1969 NSU Ro 80.
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, 1969 NSU Ro 80 (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1969 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Taurus | 1969 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Ford | NSU |
| Model | Taurus | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2512 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2870 mm |
