1996 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1971 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1996 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP) has 128 more horse power than 1971 Zastava 1300. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1971 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1971 Zastava 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Zastava 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Land Rover Discovery | 1971 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Zastava |
| Model | Discovery | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 3944 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
