1981 Nissan Cherry 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 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Cherry (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1982 Zastava 102. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1982 Zastava 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 80 kg more than 1982 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, 1981 Nissan Cherry (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Zastava 102. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Zastava 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Cherry | 1982 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | Nissan | Zastava |
| Model | Cherry | 102 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2160 mm |
