1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1973 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1990 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1973 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1973 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1973 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, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Zastava 2101. 1990 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1973 Zastava 2101 has manual transmission. 1973 Zastava 2101 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Roadmaster | 1973 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Buick | Zastava |
| Model | Roadmaster | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2430 mm |
