1980 Vauxhall Astra vs. 1988 Zastava 750
To start off, 1988 Zastava 750 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Vauxhall Astra (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1988 Zastava 750. (33 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1988 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 215 kg more than 1988 Zastava 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Zastava 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Zastava 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Vauxhall Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Vauxhall Astra (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Zastava 750. (55 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Vauxhall Astra | 1988 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Zastava |
| Model | Astra | 750 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |
