2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1979 Zastava 132
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 30 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1979 Zastava 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1979 Zastava 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 10 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Zastava 132. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Zastava 132. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 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. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1979 Zastava 132 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Zastava |
| Model | Avalanche | 132 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2560 mm |
