2005 Toyota MR2 vs. 1979 Zastava 750
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 is newer by 26 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota MR2 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1979 Zastava 750. (30 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1979 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 428 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, 2005 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Zastava 750. (51 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota MR2 | 1979 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Toyota | Zastava |
| Model | MR2 | 750 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1068 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2010 mm |
