1980 Opel Ascona vs. 1987 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 1987 Zastava Yugo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Zastava Yugo (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1980 Opel Ascona. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Zastava Yugo should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Opel Ascona weights approximately 60 kg more than 1987 Zastava Yugo.
Because 1980 Opel Ascona 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 1980 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1980 Opel Ascona (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1980 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Zastava Yugo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Opel Ascona | 1987 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Opel | Zastava |
| Model | Ascona | Yugo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |
