2005 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1981 Zastava 102
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 102. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 777 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 Passat (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 102. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Passat | 1981 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Zastava |
| Model | Passat | 102 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2160 mm |
