1996 Holden Statesman vs. 1979 Zastava 750
To start off, 1996 Holden Statesman is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Zastava 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Zastava 750 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Holden Statesman (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1979 Zastava 750. (30 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1979 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Holden Statesman weights approximately 880 kg more than 1979 Zastava 750. 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, 1996 Holden Statesman (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Zastava 750. (51 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Zastava 750. 1996 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1979 Zastava 750 has manual transmission. 1979 Zastava 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Holden Statesman | 1979 Zastava 750 | |
Make | Holden | Zastava |
Model | Statesman | 750 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2010 mm |