1988 Renault 21 vs. 1980 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1988 Renault 21 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Zastava 1500 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Renault 21. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Zastava 1500 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 21 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1980 Zastava 1500.
Because 1980 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 1980 Zastava 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Renault 21, 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, 1988 Renault 21 (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 21 | 1980 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Renault | Zastava |
| Model | 21 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2430 mm |
