1995 Lotus Esprit vs. 1979 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1995 Lotus Esprit is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (286 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1979 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1979 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 299 kg more than 1979 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, 1995 Lotus Esprit (354 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lotus Esprit | 1979 Zastava 1500 | |
Make | Lotus | Zastava |
Model | Esprit | 1500 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1339 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |