1977 Opel Kadett vs. 1980 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1980 Zastava 2101 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Kadett (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Zastava 2101 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1977 Opel Kadett.
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 Opel Kadett (113 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Opel Kadett | 1980 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Opel | Zastava |
| Model | Kadett | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
