1999 Ford Falcon vs. 1983 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1999 Ford Falcon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1983 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1983 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 545 kg more than 1983 Zastava 2101. 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, 1999 Ford Falcon (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Falcon | 1983 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Ford | Zastava |
| Model | Falcon | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
