1998 Dodge Stealth vs. 1971 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1998 Dodge Stealth is newer by 27 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1971 NSU Ro 80. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1971 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 520 kg more than 1971 NSU Ro 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 NSU Ro 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Stealth 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, 1998 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 NSU Ro 80. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Stealth | 1971 NSU Ro 80 | |
Make | Dodge | NSU |
Model | Stealth | Ro 80 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2971 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2870 mm |