2003 Toyota Echo vs. 1988 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 2003 Toyota Echo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Zastava Yugo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Zastava Yugo would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Echo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Echo (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1988 Zastava Yugo. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 1988 Zastava Yugo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Echo weights approximately 204 kg more than 1988 Zastava Yugo. 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, 2003 Toyota Echo (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Zastava Yugo. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Zastava Yugo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Echo | 1988 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Toyota | Zastava |
| Model | Echo | Yugo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.7 mm | 55.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 30 L |
