1989 Ford Fairlane vs. 1979 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1989 Ford Fairlane is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1979 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1979 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 600 kg more than 1979 Zastava 2101. 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 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Zastava 2101. (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Zastava 2101. 1989 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1979 Zastava 2101 has manual transmission. 1979 Zastava 2101 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Fairlane | 1979 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Ford | Zastava |
| Model | Fairlane | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2430 mm |
