2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1981 Zastava 102
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 24 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 102. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 544 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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (172 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 102. (95 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Golf | 1981 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Zastava |
| Model | Golf | 102 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2160 mm |
