1985 Peugeot 205 vs. 1988 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 1988 Zastava Yugo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Zastava Yugo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Zastava Yugo (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Zastava Yugo should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Zastava Yugo weights approximately 46 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 205. 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, 1988 Zastava Yugo (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Zastava Yugo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Peugeot 205 | 1988 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Zastava |
| Model | 205 | Yugo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2160 mm |
