1981 Opel Ascona vs. 1987 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 1987 Zastava Yugo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1987 Zastava Yugo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 64 kg more than 1987 Zastava Yugo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Opel Ascona (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Zastava Yugo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Opel Ascona | 1987 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Opel | Zastava |
| Model | Ascona | Yugo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
