1982 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1987 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 1987 Zastava Yugo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Zastava Yugo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Zastava Yugo (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Zastava Yugo should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Zastava Yugo weights approximately 80 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Zastava Yugo (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Zastava Yugo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1987 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Zastava |
| Model | Lancer | Yugo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1244 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
