1989 Chrysler Viper vs. 1978 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1989 Chrysler Viper is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler Viper (449 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1978 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1978 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 495 kg more than 1978 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, 1989 Chrysler Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler Viper | 1978 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Zastava |
| Model | Viper | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |
