1986 Ford Mustang vs. 1978 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1986 Ford Mustang is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Mustang (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1978 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1978 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Mustang weights approximately 225 kg more than 1978 Zastava 1300. 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, 1986 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Mustang | 1978 Zastava 1300 | |
Make | Ford | Zastava |
Model | Mustang | 1300 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |