1981 Holden Commodore vs. 1982 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1982 Zastava 2101 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 1,892 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Holden Commodore (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1982 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1982 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Commodore weights approximately 200 kg more than 1982 Zastava 2101. 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, 1981 Holden Commodore (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Commodore | 1982 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Holden | Zastava |
| Model | Commodore | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 1892 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
