1999 Ford Mustang vs. 1978 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1999 Ford Mustang is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1978 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1978 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mustang weights approximately 450 kg more than 1978 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 Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Mustang | 1978 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Ford | Zastava |
| Model | Mustang | 2101 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
