2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1979 Zastava 750
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Zastava 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Zastava 750 would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1979 Zastava 750. (30 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1979 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 840 kg more than 1979 Zastava 750. 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Zastava 750. (51 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 1979 Zastava 750 | |
Make | Ford | Zastava |
Model | Mustang | 750 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2010 mm |