1969 Mazda Luce vs. 1987 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 1987 Zastava Yugo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 70 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 100 kg more than 1987 Zastava Yugo.
Because 1969 Mazda Luce 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 1969 Mazda Luce. 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, 1969 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Zastava Yugo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Luce | 1987 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Mazda | Zastava |
| Model | Luce | Yugo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 48 L |
