2002 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1981 Zastava 102
To start off, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 21 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 2,615 cc, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 102. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 620 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, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 102. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda RX-8 | 1981 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | Mazda | Zastava |
| Model | RX-8 | 102 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 2615 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2160 mm |
