2001 Ford Mustang vs. 1981 Zastava 132
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Zastava 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Zastava 132 would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 390 kg more than 1981 Zastava 132. 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (414 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 132. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mustang | 1981 Zastava 132 | |
| Make | Ford | Zastava |
| Model | Mustang | 132 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |
