1993 Honda NSX vs. 1983 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1993 Honda NSX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1983 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1983 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda NSX weights approximately 410 kg more than 1983 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, 1993 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda NSX | 1983 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Honda | Zastava |
| Model | NSX | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2430 mm |
