1987 Zastava Yugo vs. 2011 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2011 Dacia Logan is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Zastava Yugo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Zastava Yugo would be higher. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Zastava Yugo (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Zastava Yugo should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Logan weights approximately 115 kg more than 1987 Zastava Yugo.
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, 2011 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Zastava Yugo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Zastava Yugo | 2011 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Zastava | Dacia |
| Model | Yugo | Logan |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
