1968 NSU Ro 80 vs. 2009 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2009 Toyota Prius is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 2,390 cc, 1968 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Prius. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Prius weights approximately 120 kg more than 1968 NSU Ro 80.
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, 1968 NSU Ro 80 (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Prius. (82 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 NSU Ro 80 | 2009 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | NSU | Toyota |
| Model | Ro 80 | Prius |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2390 cc | 1496 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |
