2009 Ford F-250 vs. 1983 Zastava 2101
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Zastava 2101. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Zastava 2101 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1983 Zastava 2101. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1983 Zastava 2101. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-250 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1983 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 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Zastava 2101. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Zastava 2101.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-250 | 1983 Zastava 2101 | |
Make | Ford | Zastava |
Model | F-250 | 2101 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2430 mm |