1985 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1982 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Zastava 1500 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Zastava 1500 should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 135 kg more than 1982 Zastava 1500.
Because 1982 Zastava 1500 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 1982 Zastava 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Passat, 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 Volkswagen Passat (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Volkswagen Passat | 1982 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Zastava |
| Model | Passat | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |
