1977 Datsun 280 vs. 1977 Zastava 1300

To start off, both 1977 Datsun 280 and 1977 Zastava 1300 were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,751 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Datsun 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Datsun 280 (125 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1977 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Datsun 280 should accelerate faster than 1977 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Datsun 280 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1977 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, 1977 Datsun 280 (197 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1977 Datsun 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Zastava 1300.

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