2002 Lada 110 vs. 1971 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 2002 Lada 110 is newer by 31 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 1,990 cc, 1971 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 NSU Ro 80 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Lada 110. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2002 Lada 110. 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, 1971 NSU Ro 80 (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 110. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 110 | 1971 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Lada | NSU |
| Model | 110 | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 82 L |
