1998 Ford F-150 vs. 1978 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1998 Ford F-150 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1978 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1978 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1978 Zastava 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Zastava 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-150 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, 1998 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford F-150 | 1978 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Ford | Zastava |
| Model | F-150 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2430 mm |
