1999 Honda NSX vs. 1980 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda NSX weights approximately 500 kg more than 1980 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 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda NSX | 1980 Zastava 2101 | |
Make | Honda | Zastava |
Model | NSX | 2101 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
Engine Size | 3177 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |