2008 Ford E-150 vs. 1978 Zastava 132
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Zastava 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Zastava 132 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1978 Zastava 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1978 Zastava 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Zastava 132 weights approximately 18 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150.
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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Zastava 132. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Zastava 132. 2008 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1978 Zastava 132 has manual transmission. 1978 Zastava 132 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-150 | 1978 Zastava 132 | |
| Make | Ford | Zastava |
| Model | E-150 | 132 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2560 mm |
