2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1980 Zastava 1500
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 452 kg more than 1980 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 1980 Zastava 1500 | |
Make | Ford | Zastava |
Model | Mustang | 1500 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2430 mm |