1968 Toyota Corona vs. 1987 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 1987 Zastava Yugo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,858 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Corona (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1987 Zastava Yugo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Corona weights approximately 106 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.
Because 1968 Toyota Corona 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 1968 Toyota Corona. 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, 1968 Toyota Corona (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Zastava Yugo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Toyota Corona | 1987 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Toyota | Zastava |
| Model | Corona | Yugo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1858 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 48 L |
