1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire vs. 1980 Zastava 750

To start off, 1980 Zastava 750 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 750. (30 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire weights approximately 657 kg more than 1980 Zastava 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 750. (51 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 750. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire has automatic transmission and 1980 Zastava 750 has manual transmission. 1980 Zastava 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire 1980 Zastava 750
Make Oldsmobile Zastava
Model Jetfire 750
Year Released 1962 1980
Engine Size 3531 cc 767 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 215 HP 30 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 408 Nm 51 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1297 kg 640 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1390 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2010 mm


 

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