1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 1982 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1982 Zastava 2101 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick LeSabre (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1982 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1982 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 726 kg more than 1982 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, 1976 Buick LeSabre (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Zastava 2101. 1976 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1982 Zastava 2101 has manual transmission. 1982 Zastava 2101 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick LeSabre | 1982 Zastava 2101 | |
Make | Buick | Zastava |
Model | LeSabre | 2101 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1982 |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2430 mm |