2003 Lotus Exige vs. 1987 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 2003 Lotus Exige is newer by 16 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotus Exige (175 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1987 Zastava Yugo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Zastava Yugo weights approximately 170 kg more than 2003 Lotus Exige.
Because 2003 Lotus Exige 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 2003 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2003 Lotus Exige (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2003 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Zastava Yugo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lotus Exige | 1987 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Lotus | Zastava |
| Model | Exige | Yugo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 48 L |
