2007 Kia Sportage vs. 1972 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 35 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 2,390 cc, 1972 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 477 kg more than 1972 NSU Ro 80.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 1972 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Kia | NSU |
| Model | Sportage | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2390 cc |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 37 L |
