1978 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1983 Zastava 102
To start off, 1983 Zastava 102 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1983 Zastava 102. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1983 Zastava 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1430 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, 1978 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Zastava 102. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Zastava 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Suburban | 1983 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Zastava |
| Model | Suburban | 102 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2160 mm |
