2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1975 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1975 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1975 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 505 kg more than 1975 NSU Ro 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 NSU Ro 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 NSU Ro 80. (163 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Five Hundred | 1975 NSU Ro 80 | |
Make | Ford | NSU |
Model | Five Hundred | Ro 80 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2390 cc |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 37 L |