2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1982 Zastava 750
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Zastava 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Zastava 750 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1982 Zastava 750. (33 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1982 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mustang weights approximately 326 kg more than 1982 Zastava 750. 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 Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Zastava 750. (55 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mustang | 1982 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Ford | Zastava |
| Model | Mustang | 750 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2010 mm |
