1978 Toyota Corona vs. 1987 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 1987 Zastava Yugo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (86 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1987 Zastava Yugo.
Because 1978 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 1978 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, 1978 Toyota Corona (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (124 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Zastava Yugo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Corona | 1987 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Toyota | Zastava |
| Model | Corona | Yugo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 48 L |
