1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 1981 Zastava 102
To start off, 1999 Buick LeSabre is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Zastava 102. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Zastava 102 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick LeSabre (203 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 102. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 720 kg more than 1981 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, 1999 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 102. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick LeSabre | 1981 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | Buick | Zastava |
| Model | LeSabre | 102 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2160 mm |
