2009 Honda Accord vs. 1987 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 22 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Zastava Yugo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 243 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.
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, 2009 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Zastava Yugo. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1987 Zastava Yugo has manual transmission. 1987 Zastava Yugo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1987 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Honda | Zastava |
| Model | Accord | Yugo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
