2006 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1987 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 19 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1987 Zastava Yugo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 523 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Zastava Yugo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Passat | 1987 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Zastava |
| Model | Passat | Yugo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
