1973 Volvo 1800 vs. 1978 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1978 Zastava 1300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volvo 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volvo 1800 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1978 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volvo 1800 should accelerate faster than 1978 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volvo 1800 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1978 Zastava 1300. 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, 1973 Volvo 1800 (154 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1973 Volvo 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Volvo 1800 | 1978 Zastava 1300 | |
Make | Volvo | Zastava |
Model | 1800 | 1300 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |