1996 Porsche 911 vs. 1988 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 1996 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1988 Zastava Yugo. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Zastava Yugo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 911 weights approximately 346 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 1996 Porsche 911 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 1996 Porsche 911. 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Zastava Yugo. (98 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Zastava Yugo. 1996 Porsche 911 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. 1996 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 911 | 1988 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Porsche | Zastava |
| Model | 911 | Yugo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2160 mm |
