2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1971 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1971 NSU Ro 80. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1971 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 357 kg more than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 NSU Ro 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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 Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 NSU Ro 80. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Ridgeline | 1971 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Honda | NSU |
| Model | Ridgeline | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 82 L |
