2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 1983 Zastava 2101
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1983 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1983 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 880 kg more than 1983 Zastava 2101. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Zastava 2101. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Patrol (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 1983 Zastava 2101 | |
| Make | Nissan | Zastava |
| Model | Patrol | 2101 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 2662 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |
