1982 Nissan Patrol vs. 1981 Zastava 102
To start off, 1982 Nissan Patrol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Zastava 102. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Zastava 102 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 102. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1325 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.
Because 1982 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Zastava 102. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 1982 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 102. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Patrol | 1981 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | Nissan | Zastava |
| Model | Patrol | 102 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1115 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2160 mm |
