1982 Zastava 102 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Zastava 102. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Zastava 102 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1982 Zastava 102. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1982 Zastava 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 551 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Zastava 102. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Zastava 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Zastava 102 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Zastava | Volkswagen |
| Model | 102 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2520 mm |
