2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1981 Zastava 102
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 28 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 3,827 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 102. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 770 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 102. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1981 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Zastava |
| Model | Eclipse | 102 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 3827 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2160 mm |
