1995 Opel Frontera vs. 1978 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1995 Opel Frontera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1978 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Frontera weights approximately 679 kg more than 1978 Zastava 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Zastava 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Frontera | 1978 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Opel | Zastava |
| Model | Frontera | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
