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NSU Ro 80

General information

ModelNSU Ro 80
Year1969
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating63.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1990 ccm (121.43 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1990 ccm (121.43 cubic inches)
Engine typeDual disk Wankel
Max power115.60 PS (85 kW or 114 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque188.00 Nm (19.2 kgf-m or 138.7 ft.lbs) at 4500 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Fuel systemCarburetor
GearboxAutomatic, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed188.0 km/h (116.8 mph)
0-50 miles9.8 seconds
0-60 miles14.2 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0971 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space3030 litres (801 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (464.6 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks with drums for the hand brake

Dimensions and weight

Weight1194 kg (2,632.3 pounds)
Overall length4790 mm (188.6 inches)
Overall width1770 mm (69.7 inches)
Overall height1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Ground clearance120 mm (4.7 inches)
Wheelbase2870 mm (113.0 inches)
Fuel capacity82.0 litres (21.66 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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