1995 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1971 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 24 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 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1971 NSU Ro 80. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier 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 23 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (211 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 NSU Ro 80. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1971 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | NSU |
| Model | Cavalier | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 82 L |
