1982 Zastava 1500 vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1982 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1982 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 370 kg more than 1982 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, 2011 Porsche Cayman (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Zastava 1500 | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Zastava | Porsche |
| Model | 1500 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2416 mm |
