1988 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1977 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1977 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1977 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 940 kg more than 1977 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, 1988 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Zastava 1300. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1977 Zastava 1300 has manual transmission. 1977 Zastava 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Caprice | 1977 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Zastava |
| Model | Caprice | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2430 mm |
