2008 Ford Ranger vs. 1972 NSU 1000
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1972 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1972 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ranger weights approximately 447 kg more than 1972 NSU 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Ford Ranger (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ranger | 1972 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | NSU |
| Model | Ranger | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2260 mm |
