1970 Opel Rekord vs. 1988 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 1988 Zastava Yugo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Rekord (66 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Zastava Yugo. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1988 Zastava Yugo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Rekord weights approximately 259 kg more than 1988 Zastava Yugo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Opel Rekord is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Zastava Yugo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Opel Rekord (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Zastava Yugo. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Zastava Yugo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Rekord | 1988 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Opel | Zastava |
| Model | Rekord | Yugo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2160 mm |
