1947 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 1987 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 1987 Zastava Yugo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Jaguar Mark IV (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 1987 Zastava Yugo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 840 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 1947 Jaguar Mark IV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Zastava Yugo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1947 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1947 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Zastava Yugo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Jaguar Mark IV | 1987 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Zastava |
| Model | Mark IV | Yugo |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2510 mm |
