2008 Honda Element vs. 1981 Zastava 102
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 27 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 102. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 1186 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, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 102. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 1981 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | Honda | Zastava |
| Model | Element | 102 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2160 mm |
