1987 Zastava Yugo vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS

To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 24 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP) has 319 more horse power than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (83 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1987 Zastava Yugo.

Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Zastava Yugo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Zastava Yugo. (124 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Zastava Yugo. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1987 Zastava Yugo 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS
Make Zastava Mercedes-Benz
Model Yugo CLS
Year Released 1987 2011
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1585 cc 4700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 83 HP 402 HP
Torque 124 Nm 600 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 1800 RPM
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 7-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 3940 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1882 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1417 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2875 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 48 L 80 L