1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1987 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Zastava Yugo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Zastava Yugo would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1987 Zastava Yugo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 580 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.
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, 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Zastava Yugo. 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1987 Zastava Yugo has manual transmission. 1987 Zastava Yugo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1987 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Zastava |
| Model | Cutlass | Yugo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
