1982 Zastava 102 vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 30 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), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1982 Zastava 102. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1982 Zastava 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1500 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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Zastava 102. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Zastava 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Zastava 102 | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Zastava | Volkswagen |
| Model | 102 | T5 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 3410 mm |
