2002 Mercury Sable vs. 1971 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 2002 Mercury Sable 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1971 NSU Ro 80. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1971 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Sable weights approximately 300 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, 2002 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 NSU Ro 80. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercury Sable | 1971 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Mercury | NSU |
| Model | Sable | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 82 L |
