1977 Honda Accord vs. 1981 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1981 Zastava 1500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord.
Because 1981 Zastava 1500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Zastava 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Accord | 1981 Zastava 1500 | |
Make | Honda | Zastava |
Model | Accord | 1500 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2430 mm |