2000 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1981 Zastava 102
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Sonata 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Sonata (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 102. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 626 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 Hyundai Sonata (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 102. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Sonata | 1981 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Zastava |
| Model | Sonata | 102 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1396 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2160 mm |
