1997 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1987 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 10 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (73 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1987 Zastava Yugo.
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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Zastava Yugo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Volkswagen Golf | 1987 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Zastava |
| Model | Golf | Yugo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
