1975 Toyota Corona vs. 1987 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 1987 Zastava Yugo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corona (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1987 Zastava Yugo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corona weights approximately 50 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 1975 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 1975 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, 1975 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Zastava Yugo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corona | 1987 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Toyota | Zastava |
| Model | Corona | Yugo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
