1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 1983 Zastava 102
To start off, 1988 Dodge Spirit is newer by 5 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1983 Zastava 102. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1983 Zastava 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 546 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, 1988 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Zastava 102. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Zastava 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Spirit | 1983 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | Dodge | Zastava |
| Model | Spirit | 102 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2160 mm |
