2001 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1981 Zastava 102
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 20 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Grand Am (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 102. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 660 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, 2001 Pontiac Grand Am (278 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 102. (95 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Grand Am | 1981 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Zastava |
| Model | Grand Am | 102 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2160 mm |
