1988 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1981 Zastava 132
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Zastava 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Zastava 132 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Zastava 132 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1988 Volkswagen Passat. (67 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Zastava 132 should accelerate faster than 1988 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 85 kg more than 1981 Zastava 132.
Because 1981 Zastava 132 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Zastava 132. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Zastava 132 (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volkswagen Passat. (124 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Zastava 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Volkswagen Passat | 1981 Zastava 132 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Zastava |
| Model | Passat | 132 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
