2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1976 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1976 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1976 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 NSU Ro 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1976 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Ford | NSU |
| Model | Ranger | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2390 cc |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 37 L |
