2009 Nissan 350Z vs. 1977 Zastava 1500
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Zastava 1500 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1977 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1977 Zastava 1500.
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 Nissan 350Z (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan 350Z | 1977 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Nissan | Zastava |
| Model | 350Z | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1340 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
