2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 1981 Zastava 102
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 26 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 102. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 525 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 102. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Octavia | 1981 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | Skoda | Zastava |
| Model | Octavia | 102 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2160 mm |
