2007 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1976 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1976 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1976 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1976 NSU Ro 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 NSU Ro 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 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 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover LR3 | 1976 NSU Ro 80 | |
Make | Land Rover | NSU |
Model | LR3 | Ro 80 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2390 cc |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 37 L |