1985 Buick Estate vs. 1977 Zastava 1500

To start off, 1985 Buick Estate is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1977 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1977 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Estate weights approximately 925 kg more than 1977 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, 1985 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Zastava 1500. 1985 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1977 Zastava 1500 has manual transmission. 1977 Zastava 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Buick Estate 1977 Zastava 1500
Make Buick Zastava
Model Estate 1500
Year Released 1985 1977
Engine Size 6598 cc 1481 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 182 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 435 Nm 113 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1885 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 5510 mm 4040 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2430 mm


 

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