2000 Audi A8 vs. 1981 Zastava 102
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 19 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 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 102. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 950 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, 2000 Audi A8 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 102. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1981 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | Audi | Zastava |
| Model | A8 | 102 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2160 mm |
