2009 Honda Accord vs. 1971 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1971 NSU Ro 80. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 81 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 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 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 1971 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1971 NSU Ro 80 | |
Make | Honda | NSU |
Model | Accord | Ro 80 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |