1984 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1982 Zastava 102
To start off, 1984 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volkswagen Passat (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Zastava 102. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1982 Zastava 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 275 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, 1984 Volkswagen Passat (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Zastava 102. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Zastava 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Volkswagen Passat | 1982 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Zastava |
| Model | Passat | 102 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2160 mm |
