2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1980 Zastava 2101
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1425 kg more than 1980 Zastava 2101. 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 Express (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 2101. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1980 Zastava 2101 has manual transmission. 1980 Zastava 2101 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Express | 1980 Zastava 2101 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Zastava |
Model | Express | 2101 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2430 mm |