2005 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1980 Zastava 1500
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 25 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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 915 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (701 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 588 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 1500. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1980 Zastava 1500 has manual transmission. 1980 Zastava 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1980 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Zastava |
| Model | SL | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 1479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 701 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2430 mm |
