2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1979 Zastava 132
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Zastava 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Zastava 132 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1979 Zastava 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1979 Zastava 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1979 Zastava 132. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Zastava 132. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Zastava 132. 2006 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1979 Zastava 132 has manual transmission. 1979 Zastava 132 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 1979 Zastava 132 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Zastava |
| Model | Express | 132 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2560 mm |
