2000 Holden Commodore vs. 1971 Zastava 2101
To start off, 2000 Holden Commodore is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1971 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1971 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Commodore weights approximately 650 kg more than 1971 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, 2000 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Commodore | 1971 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Holden | Zastava |
| Model | Commodore | 2101 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2430 mm |
