1982 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1981 Zastava 102
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,115 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Zastava 102 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Zastava 102 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Golf. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Zastava 102 should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1982 Volkswagen Golf (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 102. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Volkswagen Golf | 1981 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Zastava |
| Model | Golf | 102 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 1092 cc | 1115 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2160 mm |
