1975 Zastava 2101 vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1975 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1975 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 796 kg more than 1975 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Zastava 2101. (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Zastava 2101 | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Zastava | Cadillac |
| Model | 2101 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2880 mm |
