2001 Buick LeSabre vs. 1971 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 2001 Buick LeSabre 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1971 NSU Ro 80. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1971 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 410 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 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 NSU Ro 80. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick LeSabre | 1971 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Buick | NSU |
| Model | LeSabre | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |
