1981 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Zastava 103
To start off, 2005 Zastava 103 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Accord (79 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Zastava 103. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Zastava 103. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Honda Accord weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Zastava 103. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Honda Accord (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Zastava 103. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Zastava 103.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Accord | 2005 Zastava 103 | |
| Make | Honda | Zastava |
| Model | Accord | 103 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
