2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1976 Zastava 1500
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1976 Zastava 1500. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1976 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1698 kg more than 1976 Zastava 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Zastava 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1976 Zastava 1500 | |
Make | Land Rover | Zastava |
Model | Defender | 1500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |