1983 Zastava 102 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Zastava 102. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Zastava 102 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1983 Zastava 102. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1983 Zastava 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 544 kg more than 1983 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Zastava 102. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Zastava 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Zastava 102 | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Zastava | Volkswagen |
| Model | 102 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2578 mm |
