2007 Honda Civic vs. 1987 Zastava Yugo

To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 20 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1987 Zastava Yugo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 330 kg more than 1987 Zastava Yugo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Zastava Yugo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Zastava Yugo.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Honda Civic 1987 Zastava Yugo
Make Honda Zastava
Model Civic Yugo
Year Released 2007 1987
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1798 cc 1372 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 108 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 2900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 80.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87.3 mm 67.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.2:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 950 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 3940 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 48 L