2009 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1969 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR3 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1969 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1969 NSU Ro 80.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 NSU Ro 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 NSU Ro 80. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover LR3 | 1969 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Land Rover | NSU |
| Model | LR3 | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
