2007 Opel Corsa vs. 1988 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 19 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 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Zastava Yugo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Zastava Yugo (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Zastava Yugo should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 129 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Zastava Yugo (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Zastava Yugo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 1988 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Opel | Zastava |
| Model | Corsa | Yugo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 55.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 30 L |
