1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1981 Zastava 102
To start off, 1981 Zastava 102 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 102. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 840 kg more than 1981 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 102. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1981 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Zastava |
| Model | Cutlass | 102 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2160 mm |
