1996 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1980 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (151 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 405 kg more than 1980 Zastava 1300. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz C | 1980 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Zastava |
| Model | C | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2430 mm |
