2000 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1976 Zastava 1500
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (160 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1976 Zastava 1500. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1976 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 590 kg more than 1976 Zastava 1500. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Zastava 1500. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1976 Zastava 1500 has manual transmission. 1976 Zastava 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Mercedes-Benz E | 1976 Zastava 1500 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Zastava |
Model | E | 1500 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2430 mm |