1992 Ford Sierra vs. 1980 Zastava 132
To start off, 1992 Ford Sierra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Zastava 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Zastava 132 would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Zastava 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Zastava 132 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1992 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Zastava 132 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Zastava 132 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1992 Ford Sierra. 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, 1980 Zastava 132 (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1980 Zastava 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Sierra | 1980 Zastava 132 | |
| Make | Ford | Zastava |
| Model | Sierra | 132 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |
