2009 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1980 Zastava 1500
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1790 kg more than 1980 Zastava 1500. 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1980 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Zastava |
| Model | SL | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2430 mm |
