2009 Honda HR-V vs. 1987 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda HR-V (122 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1987 Zastava Yugo.
Because 2009 Honda HR-V 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, 2009 Honda HR-V 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, 2009 Honda HR-V (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Zastava Yugo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda HR-V | 1987 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Honda | Zastava |
| Model | HR-V | Yugo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 48 L |
