2007 Volkswagen Polo vs. 1988 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1988 Zastava Yugo. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1988 Zastava Yugo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 403 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.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Zastava Yugo. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Zastava Yugo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Polo | 1988 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Zastava |
| Model | Polo | Yugo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.6 mm | 55.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1209 kg | 806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 30 L |
