2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1973 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 2,390 cc, 1973 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1973 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1973 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 269 kg more than 1973 NSU Ro 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (207 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 1973 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Mazda | NSU |
| Model | Tribute | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2390 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1479 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 37 L |
