1988 Porsche 944 vs. 1979 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1988 Porsche 944 is newer by 9 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 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (208 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1979 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1979 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 944 weights approximately 316 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, 1988 Porsche 944 (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 944 | 1979 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Porsche | Zastava |
| Model | 944 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2430 mm |
