1954 Buick 70 vs. 1983 Zastava 102
To start off, 1983 Zastava 102 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 5,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 70 (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1983 Zastava 102. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 70 should accelerate faster than 1983 Zastava 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 1213 kg more than 1983 Zastava 102. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Buick 70 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Zastava 102. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Zastava 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 70 | 1983 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | Buick | Zastava |
| Model | 70 | 102 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 5274 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1983 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2160 mm |
