2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1972 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1972 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1972 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 NSU Ro 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Pilot | 1972 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Honda | NSU |
| Model | Pilot | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2390 cc |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 37 L |
