1972 Buick Centurion vs. 1983 Zastava 2101

To start off, 1983 Zastava 2101 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1983 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1983 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1983 Zastava 2101. 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, 1972 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Zastava 2101. 1972 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1983 Zastava 2101 has manual transmission. 1983 Zastava 2101 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Buick Centurion 1983 Zastava 2101
Make Buick Zastava
Model Centurion 2101
Year Released 1972 1983
Engine Size 7468 cc 1196 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 225 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 498 Nm 87 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2070 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 5650 mm 4080 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3160 mm 2430 mm