2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1981 Zastava 750
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Zastava 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Zastava 750 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 750. (33 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 956 kg more than 1981 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 750. (55 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 750. 2004 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1981 Zastava 750 has manual transmission. 1981 Zastava 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 1981 Zastava 750 | |
Make | Ford | Zastava |
Model | Mustang | 750 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 55 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2010 mm |