1985 Toyota Corolla vs. 1979 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1985 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Corolla (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1979 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1979 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Zastava 2101 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1979 Zastava 2101 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Zastava 2101. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Corolla (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Zastava 2101. (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Corolla | 1979 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Toyota | Zastava |
| Model | Corolla | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
