1985 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1982 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1985 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1985 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda RX-7 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1982 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1982 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 100 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, 1985 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mazda RX-7 | 1982 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Mazda | Zastava |
| Model | RX-7 | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |
