1986 Ford Escort vs. 1983 Zastava 102
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 3 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1983 Zastava 102. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1983 Zastava 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 310 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, 1986 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Zastava 102. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Zastava 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1983 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | Ford | Zastava |
| Model | Escort | 102 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2160 mm |
