1989 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1986 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Zastava Yugo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Zastava Yugo would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Zastava Yugo. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1986 Zastava Yugo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 178 kg more than 1986 Zastava Yugo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Zastava Yugo. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Zastava Yugo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1986 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Zastava |
| Model | Lancer | Yugo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2160 mm |
