1978 Volvo 240 vs. 1981 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1981 Zastava 2101 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 240 (104 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 2101.
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, 1978 Volvo 240 (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Volvo 240 | 1981 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Volvo | Zastava |
| Model | 240 | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 2127 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2430 mm |
