2006 Honda Accord vs. 1971 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 35 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1971 NSU Ro 80. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 368 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, 2006 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 NSU Ro 80. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1971 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Honda | NSU |
| Model | Accord | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |
