2009 Honda Accord vs. 1969 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1969 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1969 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2009 Honda Accord (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 NSU Ro 80. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 NSU Ro 80. 1969 NSU Ro 80 has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 NSU Ro 80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1969 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Honda | NSU |
| Model | Accord | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
