2000 Honda NSX vs. 1981 Zastava 102
To start off, 2000 Honda NSX 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 102. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 710 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.
Because 2000 Honda NSX 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 2000 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Zastava 102, 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, 2000 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 102. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda NSX | 1981 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | Honda | Zastava |
| Model | NSX | 102 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1115 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2160 mm |
