1990 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1964 Zastava 1500

To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1964 Zastava 1500. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1964 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 786 kg more than 1964 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, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Zastava 1500. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Zastava 1500. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1964 Zastava 1500 has manual transmission. 1964 Zastava 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Chevrolet Caprice 1964 Zastava 1500
Make Chevrolet Zastava
Model Caprice 1500
Year Released 1990 1964
Engine Size 5001 cc 1295 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 53 HP
Torque 346 Nm 93 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1770 kg 984 kg
Vehicle Length 5440 mm 4040 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2430 mm


 

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