1979 Buick Estate vs. 1968 Zastava 850 K
To start off, 1979 Buick Estate is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Zastava 850 K. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Zastava 850 K would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Estate (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1968 Zastava 850 K. (35 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1968 Zastava 850 K. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Estate weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1968 Zastava 850 K. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Estate | 1968 Zastava 850 K | |
| Make | Buick | Zastava |
| Model | Estate | 850 K |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 848 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |
