1980 Zastava 1500 vs. 2012 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2012 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1702 kg more than 1980 Zastava 1500. 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, 2012 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 1500. 2012 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 1980 Zastava 1500 has manual transmission. 1980 Zastava 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Zastava 1500 | 2012 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Zastava | Lincoln |
| Model | 1500 | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1479 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1984 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3327 mm |
