1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1973 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1973 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1973 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 855 kg more than 1973 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Zastava 2101. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1973 Zastava 2101 has manual transmission. 1973 Zastava 2101 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1973 Zastava 2101 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Zastava |
Model | Eighty-Eight | 2101 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2430 mm |