1993 Plymouth Prowler vs. 1980 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 240 kg more than 1980 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, 1993 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 1500. 1993 Plymouth Prowler has automatic transmission and 1980 Zastava 1500 has manual transmission. 1980 Zastava 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Plymouth Prowler | 1980 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Zastava |
| Model | Prowler | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 1479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2430 mm |
