1994 Dodge Viper vs. 1980 Zastava 132
To start off, 1994 Dodge Viper is newer by 14 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 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Viper weights approximately 447 kg more than 1980 Zastava 132. 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, 1994 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 132. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Viper | 1980 Zastava 132 | |
| Make | Dodge | Zastava |
| Model | Viper | 132 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 7988 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
