1981 Ford Capri vs. 1982 Zastava 102
To start off, 1982 Zastava 102 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Zastava 102 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 49 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Capri weights approximately 215 kg more than 1982 Zastava 102.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Zastava 102 (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Zastava 102 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Capri | 1982 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | Ford | Zastava |
| Model | Capri | 102 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2160 mm |
