1995 Dodge Viper vs. 1975 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1995 Dodge Viper is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1975 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1975 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Viper weights approximately 582 kg more than 1975 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, 1995 Dodge Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 533 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Zastava 2101. (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Viper | 1975 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Dodge | Zastava |
| Model | Viper | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
