2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1983 Zastava 102
To start off, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Zastava 102. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Zastava 102 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1983 Zastava 102. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1983 Zastava 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 921 kg more than 1983 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, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Zastava 102. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Zastava 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1983 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | Dodge | Zastava |
| Model | Grand Caravan | 102 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2160 mm |
