1979 Dodge Mirada vs. 1981 Zastava 102
To start off, 1981 Zastava 102 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Dodge Mirada would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 102. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 930 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, 1979 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 102. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Mirada | 1981 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | Dodge | Zastava |
| Model | Mirada | 102 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2160 mm |
