1987 Ford RS 200 vs. 1979 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1987 Ford RS 200 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 1,804 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1979 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1979 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 192 kg more than 1979 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, 1987 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford RS 200 | 1979 Zastava 1500 | |
Make | Ford | Zastava |
Model | RS 200 | 1500 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1804 cc | 1479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2430 mm |