1994 Nissan Sunny vs. 1971 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1994 Nissan Sunny is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 1,990 cc, 1971 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Sunny (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1971 NSU Ro 80. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1971 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1994 Nissan Sunny.
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, 1971 NSU Ro 80 (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan Sunny | 1971 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Nissan | NSU |
| Model | Sunny | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2870 mm |
