2009 SsangYong Stavic vs. 1977 Zastava 1500
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Stavic 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1977 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1977 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 963 kg more than 1977 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 SsangYong Stavic (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Zastava 1500. 2009 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 1977 Zastava 1500 has manual transmission. 1977 Zastava 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 SsangYong Stavic | 1977 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Zastava |
| Model | Stavic | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1923 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2430 mm |
