1999 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1971 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1999 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 28 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 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1971 NSU Ro 80. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1971 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 220 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 1999 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1999 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1999 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 NSU Ro 80. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Cherokee | 1971 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Jeep | NSU |
| Model | Cherokee | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2870 mm |
