1996 Mazda Levante vs. 1967 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1996 Mazda Levante is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 2,390 cc, 1967 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda Levante (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1967 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda Levante weights approximately 50 kg more than 1967 NSU Ro 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 NSU Ro 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Levante will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda Levante | 1967 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Mazda | NSU |
| Model | Levante | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2390 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2870 mm |
