1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1980 Zastava 750
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Zastava 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Zastava 750 would be higher. At 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 750. (30 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 773 kg more than 1980 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 750. (51 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1980 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Zastava |
| Model | Camaro | 750 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 3391 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2010 mm |
