1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1988 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Zastava Yugo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Zastava Yugo would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1988 Zastava Yugo. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1988 Zastava Yugo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 688 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Zastava Yugo. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Zastava Yugo. 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1988 Zastava Yugo has manual transmission. 1988 Zastava Yugo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1988 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Zastava |
| Model | Cutlass | Yugo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2160 mm |
