1978 Zastava 1300 vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1978 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1978 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 370 kg more than 1978 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Zastava 1300 | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Zastava | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2790 mm |
