2001 Acura CL vs. 1971 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 2001 Acura CL is newer by 30 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1971 NSU Ro 80. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1971 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura CL weights approximately 370 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.
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, 2001 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 NSU Ro 80. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura CL | 1971 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Acura | NSU |
| Model | CL | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |
