1999 Buick Riviera vs. 1974 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1999 Buick Riviera is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Riviera (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1974 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1974 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Riviera weights approximately 490 kg more than 1974 NSU Ro 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Riviera | 1974 NSU Ro 80 | |
Make | Buick | NSU |
Model | Riviera | Ro 80 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2388 cc |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |