2002 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1969 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 1,990 cc, 1969 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 184 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. 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, 1969 NSU Ro 80 (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Lanos. 1969 NSU Ro 80 has automatic transmission and 2002 Daewoo Lanos has manual transmission. 2002 Daewoo Lanos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 NSU Ro 80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Lanos | 1969 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Daewoo | NSU |
| Model | Lanos | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1348 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 82 L |
