1985 AC Cobra vs. 1980 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1985 AC Cobra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 AC Cobra (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 AC Cobra weights approximately 120 kg more than 1980 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, 1985 AC Cobra (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 1980 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | AC | Zastava |
| Model | Cobra | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2430 mm |
