1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 1979 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1994 Ford Scorpio is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Scorpio (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1979 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1979 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 295 kg more than 1979 Zastava 1300. 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 Ford Scorpio (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Scorpio | 1979 Zastava 1300 | |
Make | Ford | Zastava |
Model | Scorpio | 1300 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2430 mm |