1983 Nissan Laurel vs. 1981 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1983 Nissan Laurel is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Laurel (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 110 kg more than 1981 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, 1983 Nissan Laurel (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Laurel | 1981 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Nissan | Zastava |
| Model | Laurel | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
