1999 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1984 Zastava 750
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Zastava 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Zastava 750 would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1984 Zastava 750. (33 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1984 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 455 kg more than 1984 Zastava 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Zastava 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Zastava 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Lantra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Zastava 750. (55 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Lantra | 1984 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Zastava |
| Model | Lantra | 750 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2010 mm |
