2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1980 Zastava 1500

To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 27 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 1500.

Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 1500. 2007 Chevrolet Express 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. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2007 Chevrolet Express 1980 Zastava 1500
Make Chevrolet Zastava
Model Express 1500
Year Released 2007 1980
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 1479 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 300 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 113 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4050 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2430 mm