2009 Ford Escape vs. 1975 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (172 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1975 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1975 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 188 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 NSU Ro 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Ford Escape (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 NSU Ro 80. (163 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1975 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Ford | NSU |
| Model | Escape | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2390 cc |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1022 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 37 L |
