2005 Toyota Yaris vs. 1994 ZAZ Slavuta
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 ZAZ Slavuta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 ZAZ Slavuta would be higher. At 1,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1994 ZAZ Slavuta. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1994 ZAZ Slavuta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 370 kg more than 1994 ZAZ Slavuta. 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, 2005 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 ZAZ Slavuta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 ZAZ Slavuta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Yaris | 1994 ZAZ Slavuta | |
| Make | Toyota | ZAZ |
| Model | Yaris | Slavuta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1362 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2330 mm |
