2006 Land Rover Defender vs. 1970 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 NSU Ro 80. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1970 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 190 kg more than 1970 NSU Ro 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 NSU Ro 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 NSU Ro 80. 1970 NSU Ro 80 has automatic transmission and 2006 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2006 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 NSU Ro 80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Defender | 1970 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Land Rover | NSU |
| Model | Defender | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2390 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 37 L |
